The Philadelphia Eagles will be without two key starters when they host the Los Angeles Rams in Week 4, with wide receiver DeVonta Smith and linebacker Zach Baun ruled out.
Smith's hamstring injury has been an ongoing concern. He missed practice in the lead-up to Philadelphia's Week 3 matchup, but still played in the loss to the Bears. Smith has been ruled out of Week 4 against the Rams after missing practice all week.
Zach Baun was diagnosed with a concussion after the Chicago Bears game and did not practice Wednesday or Thursday this week. He is also ruled out against the Rams.
The Eagles still remain without tight end Dallas Goedert, who continues to recover from a MCL sprain. Goedert missed Week 3 against the Chicago Bears and has not returned to practice.
The injuries add another challenge for Philadelphia following a brutal 27-7 loss to the Chicago Bears Monday night. Los Angeles also enters the matchup looking to rebound. The Rams surrendered a 16-point halftime lead in their 30-26 loss to the Denver Broncos.
Return Timelines
The Eagles have not provided a specific date for DeVonta Smith's return, so his availability for Week 5 will depend on how he progresses through recovery and practice.
Zack Baun's return timeline is tied to the NFL's concussion protocol, he must be able to clear the required steps before returning to the field. There is no definitive date on his return.
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