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Glenn Erby

Eagles vs. Cowboys: Derek Barnett is inactive as Nolan Smith will get more snaps

The Eagles want to get more pressure on the opposing quarterback, and with Dak Prescott and the Cowboys in Philadelphia, the Birds are making changes.

Veteran defensive end Derek Barnett is among six inactive for the Eagles as they work to give Nolan Smith more snaps.

According to PFF, Barnett has 0 pressures in 55 pass rush snaps this season.

DE Derek Barnett:

(AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

The veteran edge rusher is inactive for the first time this season.

TE Grant Calcaterra

(Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

The tight end was in concussion protocol this week and will not play.

QB Tanner McKee (3rd QB):

Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

The rookie will serve as the emergency quarterback and can only play if Jalen Hurts and Marcus Mariota get injured.

DT Moro Ojomo

Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

With all defensive tackles healthy, the rookie is inactive.

CB Bradley Roby

Bradley Roby –Kiel Leggere

The veteran corner misses his third straight game with a shoulder injury.

RB Boston Scott:

(Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

The running back did not practice all week due to a personal matter.

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