The Eagles are expected to be without two elite defensive stars on Sunday, as Jalen Carter (ankle) and Darius Slay (knee) are unlikely to play Ian Rapoport reports.
It was Slay’s second missed practice of the week, while Carter injured the ankle on Wednesday and could be a game-time decision for a huge matchup against the New York Jets.
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— #Eagles DT Jalen Carter is dealing with an ankle sprain that is not considered serious, but expected to miss this week. Likely back next week.
— #Eagles CB Darius Slay (knee) is also expected to miss this week, but should be back next week. https://t.co/UY7DQo3z3l— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) October 13, 2023
Defensive tackle Fletcher Cox, who missed last week’s win over the Rams with a back injury, returned to practice on Wednesday in a limited capacity and was a full participant on Thursday.
Second-year linebacker Nakobe Dean practiced for the second time since injuring his foot in the Week 1 win over the Patriots. The Eagles opened Dean’s 21-day practice window to return from Injured Reserve on Tuesday.