The Eagles had 10 sacks, three takeaways and two defensive touchdowns Week 5 against the Jets and will play the Vikings on Sunday.

Analysis: Philadelphia delivered an absolutely dominating defensive performance, allowing only six points and 128 yards as New York averaged a paltry 2.3 yards per play. The Vikings rebounded with a solid offensive performance against the Giants, with WR Adam Thielen busting out for his first 100-yard game of the year. Thielen and Stefon Diggs figure to present significant problems for the Eagles, who may be without top-CBs Ronald Darby (hamstring) and Avonte Maddox (concussion) once again. Philadelphia…read more

CB Ronald Darby (hamstring) won't be available for Sunday's game against the Jets.

Analysis: The Eagles continue to have injury issues at CB, as Avonte Maddox (concussion) and Sidney Jones (hamstring) are both in danger of missing Week 5. Philadelphia ranks last in the league with three sacks while giving up 26.2 PPG and 385.8 YPG, but it figures to be a popular defensive choice this week if Sam Darnold (illness) is unable to play.

Ronald Darby is expected to miss multiple games with a hamstring injury.

Analysis: Darby's absence comes as a massive blow to a Philadelphia secondary that's already missing starters Cre'Von LeBlanc (foot) and Jalen Mills (foot) and has given up 350.6 passing yards per game through three contests, the fourth-highest mark in the league. Darby recorded 14 total tackles through three games - tied with Zach Brown for second-highest on the team - is one of three Eagles with an interception and leads the unit in passes broken up with five. The Eagles face a tough test Thursday…read more

The Eagles' defense intercepted three passes in their Week 2 loss to Atlanta and are set to face the Lions on Sunday.

Analysis: Philadelphia's defense showed improvement on the stat sheet as compared to their Week 1 performance against Washington, where they were unable to force a turnover and gave up 436 total yards. The Eagles have given up 680 passing yards so far this season, which is less than only the Raiders' 682 passing yards. The Lions - Philadelphia's Week 3 opponent - have passed for 606 yards through two games, good for sixth-best in the league. The Lions' offense has certainly benefitted from solid…read more

DT Malik Jackson (foot) was placed on injured reserve heading into Sunday's game against the Falcons.

Analysis: Jackson went down with the Lisfranc injury during his first game with Philly, and Tim Jernigan figures to step up in his absence. The Eagles had a lackluster showing in the season opener, forcing zero turnovers and registering only one sack against the Redskins. Atlanta is coming off an abysmal offensive performance, with three giveaways and four sacks allowed. Despite last week's poor effort, QB Matt Ryan and WR Julio Jones figure to get back on track and keep this as a middling fantasy…read more

DE Derek Barnett (shoulder) was a limited practice participant Wednesday heading into Sunday's season opener against the Redskins.

Analysis: Philadelphia led the league in 2018 with 133 QB hits while blitzing minimally, and the absence of LT Trent Williams (holdout) looms large Sunday. Even if Barnett is unable to play, the offseason additions of DT Mailk Jackson and DE Vinny Curry should provide plenty of help for standout DT Fletcher Cox. QB Case Keenum will make his debut with the Redskins after throwing 15 interceptions for the Broncos last season.. CB Ronald Darby returns from a torn ACL to bolster the secondary in what is a…read more

DL Fletcher Cox (foot) may not be ready for the season opener against the Redskins.

Analysis: LBs Kamu Grugier-Hill (knee) and Nigel Bradham (hand) also could be unavailable, which would test the depth of the linebacking corps. The offseason additions of LB Zach Brown, DT Malik Jackson and DE Vinny Curry what was already a talent-rich front seven. The Eagles ranked 23nd in total defense (366.2 YPG), 12th in scoring defense (21.8 PPG) and tied for eighth in sacks (44) last season.

The Eagles rank 24th in the league with nine interceptions. They play the Redskins in Week 17.

Analysis: If the Eagles can manage their third straight win and the Vikings lose to the Bears, they'll be in the playoffs. Their pass defense can't shake the injury bug and CB Sidney Jones (hamstring) is expected to miss his third straight game, which won't help the team's 32nd-ranked pass defense. The Redskins have looked lost without QB Alex Smith (leg), averaging 16.8 points per game without him and coughing up the ball nine times in that span. This makes the Eagles a desirable fantasy option,…read more

The Eagles have forced three turnovers in back-to-back games. They play the Texans in Week 16.

Analysis: The Eagles have been battered in the secondary all season, but they beat the odds and shut down the high-powered Rams offense in Week 15, holding them to just 23 points. Texans QB Deshaun Watson can feast on the vulnerable secondary and has done a better job protecting the ball of late, throwing just two picks in the last eight weeks. Still, the Eagles showed some grit and are still alive in the playoff hunt, so their recent success makes them a viable option in deeper formats.

The Eagles rank 25th in the NFL in total defense by allowing 384 YPG entering their Week 15 matchup with the Rams.

Analysis: The Eagles were able to force three turnovers in last week's loss to the Cowboys but allowed 576 yards of offense, including Dak Prescott passing for 455 yards and three touchdowns. Sidney Jones (hamstring) and Avonte Maddux (knee) are still nursing their injuries and Jalen Mills (foot) is now on injured reserve as the secondary issues continue to persist. The Rams may have scored only six points in Week 14 against the Bears, but it would be unwise to expect a repeat performance this week. The…read more

CB Jalen Mills is dealing with a foot injury ahead of Week 14's game versus the Cowboys.

Analysis: The Eagles' secondary has mostly shaken the injuries but will be up against a Cowboys' pass attack that has utilized new weapon WR Amari Cooper well to open up the field. That battle will be one to keep an eye on, and the other is RB Ezekiel Elliott versus the Eagles' 10th-ranked run defense. Elliott is on fire since the bye week with five straight games over 120 scrimmage yards and six total touchdowns. One of those outings was on the road against the Eagles, where he racked up 187 yards and a…read more

The Eagles have allowed over 126 rushing yards in each of their last three games. They play the Redskins in Week 13.

Analysis: Legitimate passing attacks and strong running backs have had their way against the Eagles lately, but the Redskins have neither. Yes, RB Adrian Peterson is defying physics at the age of 33, but he can't carry an offense anymore. QB Colt McCoy actually wasn't awful in his first start since 2014, but he has plenty of turnover potential. Even with an injury-riddled secondary, McCoy simply doesn't have elite pass-catchers to overcome his flaws. Expect Philly to snag a couple picks and zone-in on…read more

The Eagles have allowed just one turnover in the last four games. They play the Giants in Week 12.

Analysis: The Giants seem to be hitting their stride in two games since the bye week, racking up a combined 65 points without a turnover. Their passing game wasn't one to call home about with under 200 yard in each outing, but the Eagles' secondary is ravaged with injuries and could show holes against the likes of Odell Beckham. Moreover, RB Saquon Barkley has been game-changing as a dual-threat asset, which could cause trouble for the Eagles who struggled against Saints RB Alvin Kamara in Week 11. The…read more

The Eagles rank third in the league with just 12 passing touchdowns allowed. They play the Saints in Week 11.

Analysis: Part of the Eagles' success against the pass had been the performance of CB Ronald Darby, who tore his ACL in Week 10 and will be out for the year. To add to their worries, cornerbacks Jalen Mills (foot) also appears likely to sit out Week 11. That spells trouble against the Saints, who have racked up over 30 points in seven of eight games this year while QB Drew Brees has thrown 24 touchdowns and just one interception. The Eagles rank ninth in the league with 26 sacks, but Brees has shown…read more