Philadelphia Eagles: Promote RB With Over 1,600 Career Yards

The Philadelphia Eagles face a bleak running back situation after key injuries to Saquon Barkley and Tank Bigsby sidelined them. Saquon Barkley’s hamstring injury leaves his return uncertain, ranging from a single game absence to multiple weeks out. Tank Bigsby, the second option, recently underwent core muscle surgery, leading the Eagles to place him on injured reserve, hoping his absence lasts no longer than six weeks. With only Will Shipley remaining on the active roster, the Eagles are scrambling to find solutions.

ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported that the team has promoted Dameon Pierce to the 53-man roster. Pierce, a talented rookie with the Houston Texans, rushed for 939 yards and scored four touchdowns in 2022. However, his performance has declined since, with only 745 rushing yards and four touchdowns across 2023 to 2025. Pierce bounced around between Houston and Kansas City between 2023 and 2025, signing with Philadelphia but was released during roster cuts and subsequently signed to the practice squad.

The Eagles are elevating Pierce off the practice squad to strengthen their injured running back corps.

While Pierce may provide some temporary relief, the Eagles are likely to add another running back for Week 5. Carson Steele and Jaydon Blue are the most likely candidates to join the active roster. With Barkley and Bigsby out, the Eagles are desperate for depth in their running back room, hoping that Shipley and the new additions can bolster their position.