Eagles guard Dickerson to undergo MRI

A knee MRI will determine the next steps for a key blocker in Philadelphia after Sundays practice.

Eagles Pro Bowl LG Landon Dickerson to undergo MRI on right knee

Landon Dickerson, the Eagles’ Pro Bowl left guard, is set to undergo an MRI to determine the severity of a right knee injury sustained during Sunday’s practice. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported the plan, noting the injury occurred near the end of the team’s public practice that drew about 60,000 fans. Dickerson, a three-time Pro Bowler, was helped off the field and later carted to the locker room. He has been a cornerstone of Philadelphia’s run game since arriving in 2021, though his injury history includes two ACL procedures in the past and a left knee procedure last offseason as a precaution after an injury in the NFC Championship.

Dickerson played in the Super Bowl despite the knee issue, then underwent offseason surgery and missed OTAs. The Eagles have depth to cover him in the short term, with options that could include shifting Tyler Steen to left guard and juggling the right guard spot. A longer absence would likely push the team to consider a veteran free agent. The injury history and the timing ahead of a demanding schedule add to the challenge for an offensive line that has been a key part of Philadelphia’s identity. The team drafted Dickerson 37th overall in 2021 out of Alabama, after he had ACL surgeries in college and pro origins for ankle concerns.

This x factor moment tests the Eagles’ line depth more than any single game. Dickerson’s absence would stress a unit that has faced temptations to overextend players with long injury histories. The team’s planning now hinges on the MRI results, which will guide whether internal reshuffling suffices or a veteran upgrade becomes necessary. In a league where the margins for a strong run game are thin, the next few weeks will reveal how well Philadelphia can adapt if its run blocker is sidelined. The broader message is clear: even well-built rosters rely on a few durable anchors, and one MRI can redefine the season’s pace.

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A diagnosis will set the pace for the Eagles’ plans in the weeks ahead.