Doug Pederson doesn’t sound optimistic about Jordan Howard, Nelson Agholor playing vs. Redskins

Jordan Howard, Nelson Agholor not expected to play vs. the Redskins

The Eagles practiced without Nelson Agholor, Lane Johnson and Derek Barnett again on Friday, and it’s unknown if any of the three will play on Sunday.

When specifically asked about his veteran wide receiver, Doug Pederson sounded pessimistic that he’d play against the Redskins per Zach Berman of The Athletic.
“We’re kind of getting down there to the end, obviously. …I think my hope is that they return, and return soon so that we can get them back. I lean more that way…than trying to free up a spot.”

Agholor, now the Eagles’ top receiver, was held out of practice for the third straight day this week and the team promoted practice squad wide receiver Robert Davis to the 53-man roster for added depth after Alshon Jeffery was placed on injured reserve.

Running Back Jordan Howard (shoulder), cornerback Jalen Mills (elbow) and linebacker Kamu Grugier-Hill (concussion) were all at practice.