TE Dallas Goedert (Knee) Considered Week to Week; Eagles Haven’t Made Decision on IR
Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert suffered a knee injury during the team’s Week 10 loss to the Washington Commanders. The injury is being considered week to week, according to head coach Nick Sirianni, and the team has not yet made a decision on whether to place Goedert on injured reserve.
Injury Details and Recovery Timeline
Goedert injured his knee during the second quarter of the Eagles’ game against the Commanders. He was tackled awkwardly after catching a pass over the middle, and he immediately went down in pain. Goedert was helped off the field and did not return to the game. An MRI on Monday confirmed that Goedert suffered a sprained MCL.
The typical recovery time for an MCL sprain is 2-4 weeks, depending on the severity of the injury. Goedert is expected to miss at least the Eagles’ next game against the Indianapolis Colts, but he could potentially return as early as Week 13 against the Tennessee Titans.
Impact on the Eagles Offense
Goedert’s injury is a significant blow to the Eagles’ offense. He is the team’s leading receiver and has been a key target for quarterback Jalen Hurts. Goedert has 54 catches for 609 yards and three touchdowns this season.
In Goedert’s absence, the Eagles will likely turn to Jack Stoll and Grant Calcaterra at tight end. Stoll has 14 catches for 127 yards this season, while Calcaterra has yet to catch a pass in the NFL.
Decision on Injured Reserve
The Eagles have not yet made a decision on whether to place Goedert on injured reserve. If they do, he would be ineligible to play for at least four weeks. However, if Goedert’s recovery progresses well, the Eagles could choose to activate him from injured reserve before the end of the season.
Fantasy Football Impact
Goedert’s injury is a major setback for fantasy football owners. He was a top-10 tight end in most fantasy football leagues, and his absence will create a void in many lineups.
Fantasy owners who drafted Goedert should consider adding Jack Stoll or Grant Calcaterra to their rosters. However, both players are unproven commodities, and their fantasy value is uncertain.
Conclusion
Dallas Goedert’s knee injury is a significant setback for the Philadelphia Eagles. The team is hoping that Goedert can return soon, but his status is uncertain. In the meantime, the Eagles will have to rely on Jack Stoll and Grant Calcaterra to fill the void at tight end.