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Eagles-Jaguars preview: 5 things to watch

After a pair of bad losses to the Chicago Bears and Los Angeles Rams, the Philadelphia Eagles are 2-2 and two of the Super Bowl winning offensive linemen are gone. They have another hard opponent Week 5 in the Jacksonville…

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 12:13 PM
Eagles-Jaguars preview: 5 things to watch
Key Things to Know
  • Jimmy Kempski previews the Philadelphia Eagles' Week 5 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars in London.
  • Saquon Barkley is week-to-week with a hamstring injury, leaving Will Shipley to handle rushing duties.
  • The Eagles are adjusting their offensive line after Lane Johnson's retirement and the trade of Cam Jurgens.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Philadelphia Eagles face the Jacksonville Jaguars in London for a Week 5 matchup following consecutive losses. Jimmy Kempski highlights Philadelphia's offensive struggles, noting that running back Saquon Barkley is week-to-week with a hamstring injury and Tank Bigsby is on injured reserve, leaving Will Shipley to lead the backfield against Jacksonville's strong run defense.

Kempski expects Jacksonville's defense to heavily blitz quarterback Jalen Hurts behind an offensive line disrupted by the retirement of Lane Johnson and the trade of Cam Jurgens. Meanwhile, Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence enters the contest with eight touchdowns and a 111.2 passer rating alongside explosive running back Bhayshul Tuten.

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