Eagles RB Tank Bigsby to Undergo Surgery as Saquon Barkley Remains Doubtful for London

The Philadelphia Eagles’ backfield depth will be severely tested as the team prepares for its Week 5 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars in London. Running back Tank Bigsby is set to undergo surgery for a core muscle injury and will be placed on injured reserve, while starter Saquon Barkley is considered week-to-week with a hamstring injury sustained against the Los Angeles Rams.

The loss of Bigsby is particularly significant given his recent arrival in Philadelphia. The Eagles acquired Bigsby from the Jaguars in September 2025 in exchange for 2026 fifth- and sixth-round draft picks. He is now scheduled for surgery at the Vincera Institute in Philadelphia, where specialist Dr. William C. Meyers will perform the procedure. According to PhillyVoice, Bigsby is expected to miss approximately six weeks during his recovery.

Barkley Status and the London Rotation

While Bigsby’s absence is confirmed for the long term, Saquon Barkley’s availability for the international flight remains in doubt. Barkley is considered week-to-week with a hamstring injury. Local reporting suggests it is unlikely Barkley will suit up for the London game, as the team prioritizes his health for the remainder of the season.

With Bigsby on IR and Barkley sidelined, rookie Will Shipley stands as the only healthy running back currently on the Eagles’ active 53-man roster. Shipley, a fourth-round pick out of Clemson, may be forced into a high-volume role earlier than anticipated. To fill the void, the Eagles are expected to elevate at least one player from the practice squad. The current options in the reserve pool include veteran Dameon Pierce, Jaydon Blue, and Carson Steele.

Compounding Injuries on Offense

The backfield shortage arrives at a difficult time for the Philadelphia offense, which is grappling with several other notable injuries. Center/guard Cam Jurgens entered the concussion protocol following Monday’s evaluations, leaving the interior of the offensive line in flux.

The Eagles’ coaching staff must now determine if Shipley can handle a three-down workload or if a committee approach involving practice squad elevations is more sustainable. Given the travel demands of a London game, the team is expected to finalize its roster elevations before departing mid-week. For Shipley, the Week 5 contest represents a significant opportunity to establish himself in an offense that has relied heavily on the ground game through the first month of the season.

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