The Philadelphia Eagles received good news on former Georgia Bulldog Jalen Carter. The defensive tackle’s MRI is negative for a back injury suffered in a 38-31 win over the Washington Commanders on Sunday.
The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Jeff McLane reported that Carter could be ready to take on the Dallas Cowboys in Week 9.
Some additional context on Jalen Carter’s injury:
The #Eagles received good news following testing on the rookie DT, an NFL source said, and he could be ready for Sunday’s game vs. the Cowboys. https://t.co/mhYx7dex4Z
— Jeff McLane (@Jeff_McLane) October 30, 2023
Carter recorded one quarterback hit before exiting the Commanders game.
The rookie currently ranks fifth in the NFL in pressures (28) and is the second-highest graded interior defender in the NFL, per Pro Football Focus (91.6). He’s totaled 14 tackles, 3.5 sacks, and two forced fumbles this season.
Kickoff against the Cowboys is set for 4:25 p.m. ET, televised on FOX.
