PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A.J. Brown, star wide receiver for the Philadelphia Eagles, suffered a right knee injury during Sunday’s game against the New York Giants. The injury occurred when Brown was tackled by Giants’ player Nick McCloud, causing him to fumble and remain on the ground. Brown later walked off the field and went to the locker room. The Eagles have listed his return as questionable.
Prior to the injury, Brown had an impressive season, leading the team with 105 receptions and 1,447 yards. The Eagles had already secured a playoff spot and had a chance to win the NFC East with a victory against the Giants and a loss by the Dallas Cowboys. However, their performance in the last month of the season has been less than stellar, with three losses in four games.
The extent of Brown’s knee injury is still uncertain. Specialist opinions suggest that the MCL may be at risk, and there is a possibility of ACL involvement as well. However, a definitive diagnosis cannot be made based on video footage alone.
This injury comes as a blow to the Eagles, who were already grappling with a disappointing end to their regular season. Despite the setback, the team remains hopeful for Brown’s return and is focused on their upcoming playoff games. The Eagles will need to regroup and strategize in order to overcome this potential setback and continue their pursuit of a championship.
The Eagles’ playoff hopes now rest on the shoulders of their remaining players, as they aim to make a strong playoff push. The team will need to rally together and rely on their depth and resilience to overcome this challenge and achieve their goals.