At a Glance
- Jalen Carter returns after shoulder surgery and is active for Week 17 vs the Bills.
- The Eagles have a roster of six inactives, including Lane Johnson and Nakobe Dean.
- Carter said his pain has decreased and he feels stronger after the shots.
- Why it matters: Carter’s comeback could change the Eagles’ offensive line strategy and give the team a boost heading into the final game.
Jalen Carter has cleared medical clearance and is ready to play in the Week 17 showdown against the Bills. The team’s lineup changes and inactives have also been announced, setting a clear picture of the Eagles’ roster for the game.
Jalen Carter Back in Action
Jalen Carter, 24, was a full participant at practice all week and is officially active against the Bills in Week 17.
He had shots in both shoulders after the loss to the Bears on Nov. 28, and this week he says his strength and mobility have increased while his pain has decreased.
He wants to play every snap, but the Eagles will likely limit his snaps after missing three games.
Jalen Carter said:
> “It feels better,” Carter said. “I can’t get too excited because I’m still working on it every day, still getting the strength back and stuff like that. I had a couple times where I strike the O-lineman and gave me some good knock-back to where I could really test out the shoulders and they felt pretty good.”
Week 17 Roster Moves
The Eagles ruled out Lane Johnson and Nakobe Dean; Johnson’s sixth straight missed game and Dean’s return from the PUP list shift the lineup. Fred Johnson will start in place of Lane, and rookie Jihaad Campbell will fill the spot left by Dean. Defensive back Brandon Johnson was elevated and is active against the Bills, while Michael Carter II remains inactive for personal reasons. Rookie Mac McWilliams is active in his place.
- Lane Johnson – foot injury
- Nakobe Dean – hamstring injury
- Sam Howell – emergency QB
- Michael Carter II – personal reasons
- A.J. Dillon – inactive
- Joshua Uche – inactive
Key Takeaways
- Jalen Carter is cleared to play after shoulder surgery and is active for Week 17.
- The Eagles have six inactives, including key offensive and defensive players.
- Roster adjustments include new starters Fred Johnson and Jihaad Campbell, and elevation of Brandon Johnson.
The Eagles’ roster changes and Carter’s return set the stage for a critical Week 17 game against the Bills, with the team hoping to secure a win to finish the season strong.
