Shipley Injury Changes Eagles Backfield Outlook Against Jaguars

On October 11, 2026, Philadelphia Eagles running back Will Shipley suffered a foot injury against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, leaving his status uncertain and forcing the team to reconsider its depleted backfield rotation.

According to SI.com, Shipley was questionable to return after the injury, with Saquon Barkley and Tank Bigsby already unavailable for Week 5. The injury affected Philadelphia's remaining options at running back.

Ian Rapoport reported the injury update during the game on October 11, 2026.

"Eagles RB Will Shipley (foot) is questionable to return against the Jaguars." said Ian Rapoport, reporter.

Before leaving the matchup, Shipley started in the Eagles backfield and scored a 2-yard touchdown, according to SI.com. His injury came after he had become a short-term option because of the team's running back absences.

SI.com reported that Shipley's injury could increase opportunities for Dameon Pierce if both Shipley and Barkley remain sidelined for Week 6. Pierce is expected to receive more touches, although his limited playing time creates uncertainty.

The Eagles also have Carson Steele available to handle rushing opportunities if the team continues without multiple running backs. The backfield situation remains dependent on injury updates before the next game.

Quarterback Jalen Hurts could see changes in his workload because of the injuries around the offense. SI.com reported that Hurts averaged 16.8 fantasy points early in the season and ranked as a QB12.

Hurts had been without wide receiver DeVonta Smith because of a hamstring injury, while tight end Dallas Goedert returned and could receive more involvement, according to SI.com. The report said Hurts may rely more on his receivers with the backfield limited.

Wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks was also identified by SI.com as a player who could benefit from additional opportunities. Wicks scored double-digit fantasy points in Weeks 1 and 2 before dropping to 5.2 and 4.8 points in Weeks 3 and 4.

SI.com reported that Wicks, Darius Cooper and Makai Lemon could see more targets if Smith remains unavailable. The Eagles will continue evaluating their offensive personnel as injury statuses develop.