The Philadelphia Eagles are dealing with another concerning development during their Week 6 matchup against the Carolina Panthers, with their defense losing an important contributor.
Philadelphia entered the game needing a strong performance to get its season back on track after a free-fall in their last three games. However, another injury update complicates matters.
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Nolan Smith ruled out with concussion against Panthers
The Eagles have ruled out outside linebacker Nolan Smith with a concussion after he sustained a head injury during Sunday’s.
Smith took a shot while rushing the passer and immediately went down, prompting concern before he was ruled out for the remainder of the contest.
With Smith unavailable, Philadelphia will need its other edge defenders to help fill the void. The Eagles have options at outside linebacker, leaving a ray of hope for the birds.
Smith’s concussion also means his next steps will depend on the league’s concussion protocol. There is no confirmed timetable for his return, and his recovery will take priority over any immediate expectation about his availability for the Eagles’ next game.
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