Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown found himself on the sidelines during Saturday’s practice session, nursing a nagging hamstring injury that forced him to exit Friday’s drills prematurely. This setback has left him in a questionable state for Monday Night Football showdown against the Atlanta Falcons.
Head coach Nick Sirianni shed some light on Brown’s situation, stating, “Just got a little tight in practice yesterday.” The severity of Brown’s injury remained unknown as the Eagles medical staff monitored his progress closely.
In the Eagles’ season opener against the Green Bay Packers, Brown showcased his skills by reeling in five receptions for an impressive 119 yards along with a touchdown. His presence on the field undoubtedly bolstered the team’s offensive capabilities.
Although Brown missed the Eagles’ playoff clash against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers last season due to a knee injury, he has been a consistent contributor since joining the team in 2022. His absence would undoubtedly be felt if he were unable to suit up against the Falcons.
Furthermore, Philadelphia also listed wide receiver Johnny Wilson as questionable with a hamstring issue. With uncertainty surrounding both Brown and Wilson’s availability, the team may need to rely on other targets to step up in their absence.
One such player who could see an increased workload is Jahan Dotson, who is poised to take on a more significant role following his acquisition via trade from Washington on August 22. Despite playing 32 snaps in the previous game, Dotson failed to record a reception on his lone target. However, Coach Sirianni expressed confidence in Dotson’s abilities, stating, “He’s worked his butt off. He’s obviously a very talented player. We’ll see how that goes.”
As the Eagles prepare to face off against the Falcons in a highly anticipated Monday Night Football matchup, the availability of Brown and Wilson remains a major storyline to monitor in the days leading up to kickoff. Stay tuned for further updates on their statuses as game day approaches.
