How Landon Dickerson's Injury Could Shake Up the Eagles' Super Bowl Defense
Hey, so here’s the latest about Landon Dickerson and why it’s got a lot of Eagles fans on edge. During Sunday’s practice, Dickerson, who’s the Eagles’ starting left guard and a crucial part of their offensive line, was helped off the field after injuring his right leg. He was first helped off on foot but then had to be carted off, which already raised some eyebrows. The team announced that he’s scheduled for an MRI today to figure out the exact severity of the injury.
Now, this is a big deal because Landon Dickerson isn’t just any player—he’s been a key piece of what many consider the best offensive line in the NFL over the past few years. The Eagles’ offensive line was a huge factor in their Super Bowl run last season, especially in the running game. Saquon Barkley, who has been instrumental for them, relies heavily on that offensive line to open up running lanes and protect the quarterback, Jalen Hurts.
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The concern here is obvious: if Dickerson ends up missing significant time, it could really shake up how this team operates. The Eagles already lost their right guard, Mackay Beck, in free agency this offseason, so their interior line depth is being tested. While Jordan Mailata and Lane Johnson, the tackle bookends, are still strong, losing one of the guards—especially a starter like Dickerson—could disrupt the whole line’s chemistry. The offensive line functions as a unit, not just five separate players, and when you lose a critical part like Dickerson, it impacts the entire offense.
On the depth chart, Kenyon Green is listed as Dickerson’s backup, but he got injured during the first preseason game. That leaves Matt Pryor and Trevor Keegan as the next men up, but it’s uncertain how well they’ll fill the gap if Dickerson is out for a while. The Eagles are hoping this isn’t a long-term injury—maybe just a stinger or something minor that will heal quickly—but until those MRI results come back, the uncertainty remains.
So, what’s at stake? The Eagles’ running game and pass protection could both take a hit. Jalen Hurts’ comfort and safety in the pocket depend a lot on that line’s strength. And if the line struggles, it could affect the team’s ability to control the game like they did last season. The Eagles’ offense is built around that strong line, and if they lose a piece like Dickerson, adjustments will have to be made quickly.
We’ll have to wait for those MRI results for more clarity, but for now, it’s a tense moment for Philadelphia. The defending Super Bowl champs don’t want to start their season scrambling to patch up one of their most important units. Fingers crossed it’s not as serious as it looks and that Dickerson will be back sooner rather than later.
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