The NFC Wild Card showdown is set as the Philadelphia Eagles (14-3) host the Green Bay Packers (11-6) at Lincoln Financial Field on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. ET. As the stakes rise, injuries to key players could play a crucial role in determining the outcome of this high-stakes clash.
Below is a comprehensive injury breakdown for both teams and its potential impact on the game.
Eagles vs. Packers Injury Report
Game Time: Sunday, January 12, 2025, 4:30 p.m. ET
Location: Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, PA
Eagles Injuries
- Jalen Hurts (QB): Full Participation (Concussion, Left Finger)
- A.J. Brown (WR): Full Participation (Knee, Rest)
- Dallas Goedert (TE): Full Participation (Knee)
- DeVonta Smith (WR): Did Not Participate (Rest, Back)
- Lane Johnson (OT): Full Participation (Rest)
- Trevor Keegan (G): Out (Illness)
- Byron Young (DT): Out (Hamstring)
Key Absences:
The Eagles are in good shape overall, with most of their starters expected to play. However, the absence of defensive tackle Byron Young and guard Trevor Keegan may test the depth of Philadelphia’s offensive and defensive fronts.
Packers Injuries
- Jordan Love (QB): Full Participation (Right Elbow)
- Christian Watson (WR): Out (Knee)
- Zayne Anderson (S): Out (Concussion)
- Quay Walker (LB): Limited Participation (Ankle)
- T.J. Slaton (DL): Limited Participation (Ankle)
- Evan Williams (S): Limited Participation (Quadricep)
Key Absences:
Green Bay faces challenges with wide receiver Christian Watson and safety Zayne Anderson ruled out. Additionally, defensive starters like Quay Walker and T.J. Slaton are questionable, which could weaken their run defense against the Eagles’ powerful ground game.
Injury Designations Explained
NFL teams classify injuries using terms such as questionable, doubtful, or out. Practice statuses like DNP (Did Not Participate), LP (Limited Participation), and FP (Full Participation) indicate player availability leading up to the game.
Injury Reports: Wild Card
Philadelphia Eagles Injury Report
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.J. Brown | WR | Knee/Rest | LP | DNP | FP | (-) |
| Grant Calcaterra | TE | Shoulder | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
| Nakobe Dean | LB | Abdomen | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
| Dallas Goedert | TE | Knee | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
| Bryce Huff | DE | Wrist | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
| Jalen Hurts | QB | Concussion/Left Finger | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
| Lane Johnson | T | Rest | LP | FP | (-) | |
| Trevor Keegan | G | Illness | DNP | DNP | DNP | OUT |
| Kenny Pickett | QB | Ribs | LP | LP | LP | (-) |
| Will Shipley | RB | Ankle | LP | LP | FP | (-) |
| Byron Young | DT | Hamstring | FP | FP | FP | OUT |
| DeVonta Smith | WR | Back/Rest | DNP | UNSPECIFIED |
Green Bay Packers Injury Report
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zayne Anderson | S | Concussion | DNP | DNP | DNP | OUT |
| Javon Bullard | S | Ankle | LP | LP | LP | (-) |
| Edgerrin Cooper | OLB | Illness / Knee | LP | LP | LP | (-) |
| Brenton Cox Jr. | DE | Foot | LP | LP | LP | QUESTIONABLE |
| Andre Dillard | OT | Concussion | LP | LP | FP | QUESTIONABLE |
| Romeo Doubs | WR | Illness | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
| Jordan Love | QB | Right Elbow | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
| Tedarrell Slaton | DT | Ankle | DNP | LP | LP | QUESTIONABLE |
| Quay Walker | MLB | Ankle | LP | LP | LP | QUESTIONABLE |
| Christian Watson | WR | Knee | DNP | DNP | DNP | OUT |
| Evan Williams | S | Quadricep | LP | LP | LP | QUESTIONABLE |
| Malik Willis | QB | Right Thumb | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
Eagles vs. Packers: When and How to Watch
- Date: Sunday, January 12, 2025
- Time: 4:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, PA
- Channel: FOX
