Former Clemson star running back is ready for first career NFL start
Here’s what former Clemson star running back Will Shipley had to say ahead of his first career start for the Philadelphia Eagles.
Clemson fans can look forward to Will Shipley's first NFL career start on Sunday. The former Tiger running back is set to take over for the Philadelphia Eagles against the Jacksonville Jaguars in London. Saquon Barkley's hamstring injury has likely forced Shipley into this pivotal role. The Eagles' offensive coordinator, Sean Mannion, praised Shipley's pass protection and running instincts as his team navigates an injury-prone backfield.
Shipley has contributed 1,084 kickoff return yards and 17 special teams tackles throughout his NFL tenure, despite only 59 career carries that netted 182 yards and 17 receptions for an additional 115 yards. This Sunday would mark Shipley's first career start since 2024 and his second overall. For Shipley, the challenge is to apply his preparation and leverage the invaluable advice from his teammate Saquon Barkley as the Eagles demand more from him in his critical debut.
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