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Dallas GoedertNegativeValueOct 31, 2026

Goedert is categorized as a no-brainer sell candidate at the trade deadline by Bleeding Green Nation, grouped with contract-season players like Moro Ojomo and Riq Woolen who are not expected to be long-term pieces in Philadelphia.

Saquon BarkleyNegativeValueOct 31, 2026

Barkley is mentioned as a potential trade deadline candidate alongside Zack Baun, though his situation is complicated by injury issues. Bleeding Green Nation expects the Eagles to be sellers at the deadline, and while Barkley is a bigger name less likely to be traded unless the price is exceptional, his injury complications add uncertainty to his fantasy outlook.

Makai LemonPositiveRoleOct 31, 2026

The 2026 1st-round pick is receiving significantly increased receiving volume due to injuries to Devonta Smith and Dontavion Wicks, positioning him for expanded opportunity in the Eagles offense despite the QB transition to Tanner McKee.

Dontayvion WicksNegativeInjuryOct 31, 2026

Wicks is out for Week 8 due to injury, further depleting the Eagles receiving corps alongside Devonta Smith and concentrating targets on backup receivers including 2026 1st-round pick Makai Lemon.

DeVonta SmithNegativeInjuryOct 31, 2026

Smith is out for Week 8 due to injury, removing a key receiving option from the Eagles offense and forcing increased reliance on backup receivers including 2026 1st-round pick Makai Lemon.

Andy DaltonNegativeRoleOct 31, 2026

Dalton was acquired by the Eagles as the immediate backup to Hurts in the offseason but was demoted after poor play in limited action in Week 3, ceding the backup role to McKee. His ineffective performance and subsequent demotion may have also undermined McKee's confidence entering the season.

Tanner McKeeNegativeRoleOct 31, 2026

McKee, a 3rd-year NFL player, takes over as starting QB for the injured Hurts. McKee is a traditional pocket passer, contrasting with Hurts' athletic style. Although McKee has played well in limited action prior to 2026, the Eagles' offseason trade for Andy Dalton as the immediate backup to Hurts may have affected McKee's confidence heading into this starting opportunity.

Jalen HurtsNegativeInjuryOct 31, 2026

Eagles QB Jalen Hurts will miss the season due to blood clots, removing the athletic dual-threat element from the Eagles offense and forcing a transition to backup Tanner McKee, a traditional pocket passer.

Terry McLaurinNegativeInjuryOct 31, 2026

Terry McLaurin is dealing with an injury that limits the Commanders' trade deadline options. With injuries to both McLaurin and Daron Payne, the Commanders are short of 'salable assets' heading into the November 10 trade deadline, constraining general manager Adam Peters' ability to move veteran talent.

Jayden DanielsPositiveRoleOct 31, 2026

Jayden Daniels is practicing fully and playing good football heading into the Commanders' Week 8 matchup against the Eagles. The source emphasizes the necessity of protecting Daniels and avoiding an outright surrender of the season, with pro-buy commenters citing the importance of surrounding the young QB with supporting talent to remain competitive in the NFC East.

Jalen HurtsNegativeInjuryOct 31, 2026

Jalen Hurts is out for the Eagles' Week 8 matchup against the Commanders, leaving Tanner McKee to command the offense. This injury status leaves Philadelphia bruised and battered after dropping 5 straight contests heading into Sunday Night Football.

Dyami BrownPositiveValueOct 30, 2026

Commanders WR with TD prop at +700; receiving yards Over 12.5 at -114. Prediction: Over on receiving yards, indicating expected involvement in the passing game.

Austin EkelerNegativeValueOct 30, 2026

Eagles RB with TD prop at +650, indicating lower confidence in scoring relative to other Eagles skill players.

Treylon BurksPositiveValueOct 30, 2026

Eagles WR with TD prop at +470; receiving yards Over 22.5 at -114. Prediction: Over on receiving yards, indicating confidence in his target share.

Jeremy McNicholsPositiveValueOct 30, 2026

Eagles RB with TD prop at +430; rushing yards Over 20.5 at -114. Prediction: Over on rushing yards, indicating expected volume in the Eagles' backfield.

Chigoziem OkonkwoPositiveValueOct 30, 2026

Commanders TE with TD prop at +320; receiving yards Over 32.5 at -114. Prediction: Jayden Daniels throws his first TD in Washington to Chig Okonkwo, indicating confidence in his red zone role.

Stefon DiggsPositiveValueOct 30, 2026

TD prop at +210; receiving yards Over 42.5 at -114. Prediction: Over on receiving yards, indicating confidence in his target volume against Washington's defense.

Rachaad WhitePositiveValueOct 30, 2026

Any time TD scorer prop at +120, the best odds among Eagles running backs. Receiving yards Over 12.5 at -114; rushing yards Over 44.5 at -114. Featured in predictions as a scoring threat against Washington's defense.

Jayden DanielsPositiveProjectionOct 30, 2026

Had his best passing game of the season before the bye and will look for a similar showing this week against Philadelphia's vulnerable defense. Prediction: 2+ TDs and 200+ passing yards; threw for 300 against the 49ers and expected to throw for 200+ in front of the home crowd. TD passes prop Over 1.5 at +122; passing yards Over 198.5 at -114; rushing yards Over 36.5 at -114.

Antonio WilliamsPositiveRoleOct 30, 2026

Third-round rookie WR expected to see increased playing time with McLaurin out; Dan Quinn said he expected his playing time to increase, and Williams has already showed why coaches are excited about him in games. Featured as Jayden Daniels' new favorite target in the matchup against Philadelphia's vulnerable defense.

Dontayvion WicksNegativeInjuryOct 30, 2026

Eagles receiver ruled out for Sunday night's game vs. Washington Commanders, removing him from offensive availability.

DeVonta SmithNegativeInjuryOct 30, 2026

Eagles receiver ruled out for Sunday night's game vs. Washington Commanders, removing him from offensive availability.

John BatesNegativeInjuryOct 30, 2026

Designated questionable with new shoulder injury; did not practice on Friday, creating uncertainty for tight end availability vs. Philadelphia Eagles.

Dyami BrownNegativeRoleOct 30, 2026

Described as unspectacular; would be forced into increased action if Treylon Burks is unavailable against the Eagles, representing a downgrade scenario for the Commanders' receiver rotation.

Antonio WilliamsPositiveRoleOct 30, 2026

Will see increased snap count and target share due to Terry McLaurin's season-ending absence; positioned as secondary option at receiver with Treylon Burks as presumptive X receiver replacement.

Treylon BurksNegativeInjuryOct 30, 2026

Designated questionable for Sunday night vs. Philadelphia Eagles due to foot injury suffered vs. 49ers; presumptive replacement at X receiver position with Terry McLaurin out for the season. Absence would force unspectacular Dyami Brown into increased action.

Chigoziem OkonkwoPositiveRoleOct 30, 2026

Commanders GM Adam Peters expressed optimism about tight end Chig Okonkwo's trajectory, noting he "had a slow start because he got hurt, and now we're seeing what that's going to look like within our offense." Peters emphasized untapped potential: "We really haven't seen the full extent of what he can do within our offense in terms of catching and running." With Terry McLaurin sidelined, Peters signaled increased opportunity: "With Terry down and other guys that have been down, that gives other guys opportunities in terms of Antonio and Chig – and we think we can get even more from Chig." This indicates elevated target volume and role expansion ahead.

Antonio WilliamsPositiveRoleOct 30, 2026

Commanders GM Adam Peters highlighted Williams as a receiver with exceptional daily practice performance and instincts, stating "every single day he does something special in practice that shows you what kind of talent he has, what kind of instinct he has as a receiver. The sky's the limit for him." With Terry McLaurin sidelined for surgery, Peters emphasized increased opportunities: "With Terry going down, that creates more opportunities for others and people will have to step up. We're still hoping and expecting that Antonio will do that. He's definitely capable of that." This signals elevated target share and role expansion in the near term.

Jonathan TaylorNegativeRoleOct 30, 2026

Jonathan Taylor rejected the notion that the Colts are rebuilding, stating: "You think we're rebuilding?" and "We're going out there trying to win. … No one goes out there to wave the white flag and surrender." His comments reflect the team's competitive mindset despite recent performance.

Antonio WilliamsPositiveMatchupOct 30, 2026

Antonio Williams may be a big factor in the upcoming Sunday night game against the Eagles. The source asks him to critique himself going into the game and highlights the wide receiver room's challenge to step up and meet the Eagles' defense.

Stefon DiggsNegativeRoleOct 30, 2026

Stefon Diggs returned to practice after veteran rest on Wednesday. Dan Quinn mentioned that it will become more common for Diggs to not practice on Wednesdays as part of veteran rest management.

Jacory Croskey-MerrittNegativeRoleOct 30, 2026

Croskey-Merritt's success rate fell to 35.7% over the remainder of his rookie season after a strong start. He fumbled four times, which kept the Commanders from giving the seventh-round pick a larger role in the lineup. He hasn't made a steady impact as a receiver, which likely limits him to an early-down role if he can keep the fumbles down.

Jacory Croskey-MerrittPositiveBreakoutOct 30, 2026

Croskey-Merritt was the 25th and final running back selected in the 2025 draft, but he is currently fifth in rushing yards with 1,044 over his first 22 games. He got off to a great start, posting a 53.3% success rate over his first six games as a pro.

Cam SkatteboNegativeBustOct 30, 2026

Fumbles have cratered Skattebo's value this season. He has fumbled four times on 109 touches, tying him with James Cook III for the most in the league. Despite league-average efficiency metrics, the fumble rate has prevented the Giants from giving him a larger role.

Cam SkatteboNegativeProjectionOct 30, 2026

Skattebo's best performances came in Weeks 1 and 7, the two full games he played with mobile quarterbacks Jaxson Dart and J.J. McCarthy, who can threaten opposing defenses with the possibility of running the ball themselves. His style looks better to fans than by the numbers: 23.6% tackle-break rate (league average), 39.7% success rate on rushes (below 40.8% league average for backs with 150+ carries), and 9.0% explosive play rate (league average 9.1%, 9.7% for starters). He averages 1.3 yards per route run as a receiver, nearly exactly league average.

Cam SkatteboPositiveProjectionOct 30, 2026

One week after being benched, Skattebo was restored to the starting lineup when the Giants cut Najee Harris. Against the Texans, he delivered his best game of the season: 17 carries for 124 yards and a touchdown, including a 42-yard run in overtime that helped push the Giants into field goal range. He suffered a hamstring twinge (not a pull) on the final carry.

Cam SkatteboNegativeRoleOct 30, 2026

After converting a second-and-12 on two carries to position the Giants for a winning field goal against the Commanders, Skattebo lost a fumble and his coach's confidence; John Harbaugh dropped him to fourth on the depth chart the following week, limiting him to six snaps and zero touches in Week 6 loss to the Saints.

Bhayshul TutenNegativeRoleOct 30, 2026

Tuten is listed as one of the most notable contributors from the 2025 rookie RB class receiving a progress update; part of broader analysis of 2025 RB class struggles with injuries and benchings.

TreVeyon HendersonNegativeRoleOct 30, 2026

Henderson is listed as one of the most notable contributors from the 2025 rookie RB class receiving a progress update; part of broader analysis of 2025 RB class struggles with injuries and benchings.