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Rams vs. Eagles Inactives

Eagles list eight players, including tackle Lane Johnson, as inactive against the Rams.

Oct 04, 2026 at 11:47 AM

Six players were ruled out of the contest against the Rams after Friday's practice, leaving the Eagles without key starters on both the offense and defense. The Rams will also be missing starters on the defense, as defensive tackle Aaron Donald (back) and cornerback Jaylen Watson (shoulder) were ruled out on Friday.

On the offensive side, Rams tight end Terrance Ferguson was placed on Injured Reserve on Friday with an ankle injury. Tight end Colby Parkinson has been added to the Rams' inactive list after listed as questionable on Friday with a knee/shoulder injury.

Tackle Lane Johnson is inactive due to personal reasons.

Both Zack Baun (concussion) and DeVonta Smith (hamstring) missed practice all week and are inactive against the Rams. Marcus Epps picked up a groin injury and is also inactive after being ruled out. The Eagles signed defensive back Kenny Moore II from the practice squad earlier this week. The veteran will provide depth for Michael Carter II and Andrew Mukuba in the secondary.

Hollywood Brown (ankle) and Fred Johnson (knee) miss their second consecutive week with injury, while Dallas Goedert also remains inactive since sustaining a knee injury during Week 2's matchup against the Titans.

Eagles tight ends Zach Ertz and Josiah Deguara were elevated from the practice squad on Saturday. Ertz was elevated for Monday Night Football against the Bears, making one catch for nine yards. It will be the veteran's first game back as an Eagle at Lincoln Financial Field since the 2020 NFL season. Deguara signed with the Eagles' practice squad after Week 1 of the NFL season and is set to make his debut for the Eagles.

Tanner McKee is active for the first time this season, leaving the Eagles with three active quarterbacks. Cole Payton is inactive.