Philadelphia Eagles RB Depth Chart After Will Shipley Injury

Philadelphia Eagles running back Will Shipley is questionable for Week 5 after suffering a partial tear of the plantar fascia during Sunday's loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that Shipley's injury could sideline him for multiple weeks, potentially sending him to the injured reserve list. The Philadelphia Eagles have been struggling at the running back position, and Shipley's injury has exacerbated the situation.

Saquon Barkley, who was previously listed as week-to-week due to a hamstring injury, is also questionable to return. If healthy, Barkley would likely be the No. 1 running back on the team, splitting the workload. With Barkley's status uncertain, Dameon Pierce has emerged as the current favorite to take over the No. 1 role. Pierce brings valuable experience from his time with the Houston Texans, having rushed for over 1,000 yards in a single season during his rookie year.

Though he has started only seven games since his debut, Pierce has outperformed any other healthy running back in the Eagles' backfield. Carson Steele, a former UCLA player who had a stint with the Kansas City Chiefs in 2024, also played with the Eagles on Sunday but did not see any carries. Jaydon Blue, a practice squad player, may receive his first call-up, but the team's plans for him are unclear.