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Saquon Barkley Injury Update: Eagles RB’s Week 6 Status Revealed

Saquon Barkley is battling a hamstring injury originally suffered against the Los Angeles Rams, and he will not play in Week 6. Originally entering the league as the second-overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft, the Penn State product hit…

By David Latham · Last Word on Sports

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 11:31 AM

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Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley has been ruled out for Week 6 against the Carolina Panthers.
Barkley is sidelined with a hamstring injury suffered in Week 4 against the Los Angeles Rams.
The Eagles face severe backfield injuries, with Tank Bigsby on injured reserve and Will Shipley sidelined.

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Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley has been officially ruled out of Week 6 against the Carolina Panthers due to a hamstring injury. Barkley initially sustained the injury against the Los Angeles Rams during Week 4. Through four games this season, he has compiled 182 rushing yards on 36 carries.

Barkley's absence compounds major depth issues for the Eagles at running back. Backup Tank Bigsby is currently on injured reserve, while Will Shipley is dealing with a foot injury. Former Houston Texans running back Dameon Pierce is expected to lead the Philadelphia backfield in Barkley's place.

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