Eagles suffer Week 1 blow: Star ruled out vs. Commanders after ‘freak’ injury
Eagles star ruled out vs. Commanders
The Philadelphia Eagles have announced that star edge rusher Jonathan Greenard will miss their Week 1 matchup against the Washington Commanders at Lincoln Financial Field. The team's defensive coordinator, Vic Fangio, stated that Greenard is still recuperating from a pectoral injury and is not yet fully healthy. Greenard admitted that the injury occurred during a "freak" incident while weightlifting.
Despite this setback, the Eagles are not rushing Greenard back into action, considering his recovery crucial for the team's long-term success. The Eagles acquired Greenard in the 2026 NFL Draft, receiving a 2026 seventh-round pick in return for the 98th pick in the third round and a 2027 third-round selection. In previous seasons, Greenard posted impressive numbers, recording 12 sacks in 2024 and 12.5 sacks in 2023.
He is considered one of the league's top pass rushers over the last four years. With Greenard sidelined, Jalyx Hunt and Nolan Smith are set to start on the edge against the Commanders.
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