Philadelphia, PA -- The Philadelphia Eagles' offensive
line is suddenly depleted following a 34-17 season-opening win over the
Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday.
Guard Evan Mathis and tackle Allen Barbre both left Sunday's game with
injuries and did not return.
Mathis, an All-Pro in 2013, exited the game with a left knee injury. An MRI
on the knee showed a sprain that will likely sideline the guard for 4-8 weeks.
Mathis will be placed on short-term injured reserve which allows him to
practice with the team in six weeks and play in eight.
Barbre, starting in place of the suspended right tackle Lane Johnson, was
injured shortly after Mathis with what has been diagnosed as a high ankle
sprain. The injury will reportedly require surgery. Barbre and linebacker Najee
Goode, who suffered a pectoral injury in the win, were both placed on injured
reserve on Tuesday, ending their seasons.
Philadelphia has addressed the depth issue by signing veteran lineman Wade
Smith, a Pro Bowler in 2012 with Houston, to help fill the void until Johnson
and Mathis return later in the season.
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