As the Philadelphia Eagles prepare to host the Los Angeles Rams at Lincoln Financial Field on Sunday, the team received a significant boost with the return of tight end Dallas Goedert to practice on Wednesday. Goedert, who has been dealing with a sprained knee, was listed as a limited participant in Wednesday’s practice, and his status for Sunday’s game will depend on how his knee feels after putting it to the test.
According to Goedert, he wants to play against the Rams, and if his knee feels okay after waking up on Thursday morning, he will likely be on the field. This is not the first time Goedert has dealt with injuries, having missed 16 games since the 2022 season due to various ailments. However, when he is healthy, he is a vital part of the Eagles’ offense, and the team is significantly better with him in the lineup.
Goedert’s injury occurred during the team’s opener against the Dallas Cowboys when a defender hit him on the knee at a bad angle. Despite the injury, Goedert finished the drive and played the rest of the game with a brace on his knee. He has experience playing with a brace, having done so last year when he returned from a knee injury, and he is comfortable wearing one again if it means being on the field.
The Eagles’ coaching staff and medical professionals will closely monitor Goedert’s progress, and if he is able to play on Sunday, it will be a significant boost to the team’s chances against the Rams. In addition to Goedert, other players who were limited in practice on Wednesday include Jalen Carter (shoulder) and quarterback Tanner McKee (finger), while Will Shipley did not practice due to an oblique injury.
Goedert’s potential return to the lineup is crucial for the Eagles, who are looking to build on their momentum from last week’s game against the Kansas City Chiefs. With Goedert on the field, the team’s offense becomes more dynamic, and his presence will be felt in the passing game. As the Eagles prepare to face the Rams, they will be hoping that Goedert’s knee holds up, and he is able to contribute to the team’s success on Sunday.
