Who’s in and who’s out of the Eagles-Commanders showdown?

As the Philadelphia Eagles go to Washington for a crucial NFC East clash, both teams are dealing with major injuries that might influence the result of Sunday’s game.

And now the clubs are announcing some issues in that area for the divisional matchup.

The Eagles’ most prominent absentee is wide receiver and special teams star Britain Covey, who will miss his third consecutive game while recuperating from a neck ailment. Covey practiced all week but has yet to be cleared for contact.

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On a positive note, safety Sydney Brown has cleared the concussion protocol and is expected to return after missing last week’s game against Pittsburgh. Brown’s return is a nice boost for Philadelphia’s special teams unit, where he played an important role in his first season.

Star wide receiver A.J. Brown was listed on the injury report this week with a knee ailment, prompting some anxiety among Eagles supporters. Brown, on the other hand, downplayed the matter and assured reporters that he will play on Sunday. “No one’s 100% this time of year,” Brown said, underlining his dedication to the team’s postseason run.

The Eagles will be without defensive end Bryce Huff, who is recuperating from wrist surgery. Huff has been practicing on a limited basis but is not yet prepared for game action.

The Commanders’ defensive front has suffered a big blow, as defensive lineman Jonathan Allen will miss the game due to a partial pectoral rupture. Allen’s absence creates a significant vacuum in Washington’s run defense, which might benefit Philadelphia’s running attack, headed by Saquon Barkley.

Additionally, Washington’s safety Jeremy Chinn and tight end Zach Ertz are classified as doubtful. Chinn is still in the concussion protocol, while Ertz is dealing with a shoulder ailment in addition to his own concussion rehabilitation. To suit up, both players must have received medical clearance by Saturday afternoon.

This clash has tremendous implications for both sides. The Eagles (12-2) can win the NFC East championship and enhance their push for the conference’s top seed, while the Commanders (9-5) are competing for a wild-card position. Surprisingly, it’s been more than three decades since these two rivals made the playoffs in the same year, dating back to 1992.