The Philadelphia Eagles will be without star running back Saquon Barkley in Sunday’s matchup against the Carolina Panthers. Barkley has been ruled out after a hamstring injury, according to the team’s latest injury report.
Despite the loss, the Eagles’ offense may still see a boost as wide‑receiver DeVonta Smith is expected to return to the field. The team has indicated that Smith will be available for the game, giving the squad a key playmaker back on the roster.
With Barkley sidelined, the Eagles will have to rely on their backup running backs to fill the void in the ground game. The absence of their leading rusher could shift the team’s strategy against the Panthers’ defense.
Smith’s return is seen as a positive for the Eagles, as he has been a consistent target for quarterback Jalen Hurts. His presence should help the team maintain a balanced offensive attack.
The Eagles will look to adjust their game plan for Sunday, balancing the loss of Barkley with the anticipated contribution from Smith as they face the Panthers on the road.
<small>Source: ESPN — read the original story there.</small>
