DeVonta Smith listed as limited in Eagles practice, Saquon Barkley still out

The Philadelphia Eagles announced on Thursday that quarterback Jalen Hurts will not play in their upcoming matchup against the Panthers due to a calf injury. This leaves backup Tanner McKee poised to make his first non-Week 18 start of the season. McKee's availability may also include wide receiver DeVonta Smith, who has been sidelined with a hamstring issue for the past two games and did not participate in Wednesday's practice.

However, Smith did practice on Thursday but was listed as a limited participant. Wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks, who had been limited in practice, is now fully participating after battling a hamstring injury. Running back Saquon Barkley, who has been out with a hamstring issue for two consecutive games, remains sidelined and is expected to miss this game as well.

Several other Eagles players, including defensive back Michael Carter, linebacker AJ Epenesa, linebacker Jalyx Hunt, and running back Will Shipley, were also listed as out for Thursday's practice. Cornerback Jakorian Bennett, wide receiver Hollywood Brown, tight end Grant Calcaterra, guard Landon Dickerson, linebacker Jonathan Greenard, tight end EJ Jenkins, center Drew Kendall, guard Tyler Steen, and tight end Eli Stowers were designated as limited participants.

Linebacker Zack Baun, linebacker Jihaad Campbell, defensive tackle Jalen Carter, linebacker Arnold Ebiketie, safety Marcus Epps, offensive tackle Fred Johnson, and safety Andrew Mukuba were all marked as full participants for the game.