Philadelphia Eagles Tight End Dallas Goedert Ruled Out For Marquee Week 2 Game
Philadelphia Eagles fans woke up Friday morning hoping for good news about their Pro Bowl tight end. Instead, they got the kind of update that makes you want to throw your cheesesteak at the wall. Dallas Goedert has been officially ruled out for Sunday’s massive Super Bowl rematch against the Kansas City Chiefs due to a knee injury that’s been bothering him all week. How will the team fare without him?
Goedert’s Week Of Struggles Comes To An Expected End
Let’s be honest here – anyone watching Eagles practice this week could see the writing on the wall. Goedert missed three straight days of practice with that pesky knee issue, and in the NFL, that’s basically code for “pack your street clothes, you’re not playing Sunday.”
The Eagles’ medical staff finally made it official Friday, putting an end to any lingering hope that their offensive weapon might somehow gut through the pain for what many consider the most anticipated regular season game of 2025.
Coach Nick Sirianni had that look all week. The same expression your dad had when he realized the family vacation was going to be rained out. There’s disappointment, acceptance, and a dash of “well, what are we gonna do now?”
Next Man Up: Who Steps Into Goedert’s Cleats?
With Goedert sidelined, the Eagles are looking at Grant Calcaterra and Kylen Granson to carry the tight end duties. Both guys are capable, but let’s not pretend this isn’t a significant downgrade from having one of the league’s most reliable pass-catching tight ends on the field.
The team also has the option to promote E.J. Jenkins or Cameron Latu from the practice squad – moves that would give them more bodies but don’t exactly strike fear into the hearts of Chiefs defensive coordinators. It’s like replacing your starting pitcher with a guy from Triple-A; sure, he might surprise you, but you’re not exactly brimming with confidence.
McKee’s Thumb Provides Some Hope
Here’s where Eagles fans can find a silver lining in this cloud of frustration: backup Quarterback Tanner McKee is listed as questionable after practicing on a limited basis for the first time since hurting his right thumb. That’s actually better news than many expected, considering how these thumb injuries can linger for quarterbacks.
Having McKee potentially available gives the Eagles some insurance behind Jalen Hurts, especially important given how physical these Eagles-Chiefs matchups tend to get. Nobody wants to see Sam Howell thrust into a prime-time showdown if something happens to the starter.
Injury Report Continues To Pile Up
The bad news doesn’t stop with Goedert. Running Back Will Shipley (oblique) and Offensive Tackle Cameron Williams (shoulder) have also been ruled out, meaning the Eagles are dealing with a mini injury crisis heading into one of their biggest games of the season.
It’s the kind of situation that tests a team’s depth and the coaching staff’s creativity. The Eagles pride themselves on their “next man up” mentality, but when you’re missing multiple key contributors against the defending champions, that philosophy gets put to the ultimate test.
What This Means For the Super Bowl Rematch
Make no mistake – losing Goedert is a massive blow for Philadelphia’s offensive game plan. He’s the safety blanket that Hurts relies on in crucial situations, the red zone target who can create mismatches, and the veteran presence who helps anchor the offensive line in protection schemes.
Against a Chiefs defense that’s already proven they can rise to big occasions, the Eagles now have to find new ways to move the football and control the game. It’s not impossible, but it sure makes Sunday’s task significantly more challenging.
This injury situation perfectly encapsulates the cruel reality of NFL football – sometimes the biggest games come at the worst possible times for your roster’s health. Eagles fans are left hoping their team’s depth and determination can overcome what looks like a significant disadvantage heading into Kansas City.
