Eagles list Jonathan Greenard inactive in London vs. Jaguars; Hollywood Brown, DeVonta Smith and others ruled out

The Philadelphia Eagles entered their matchup in London against the Jacksonville Jaguars with a largely settled inactive list, leaving one notable uncertainty near kickoff. That question centered on linebacker Jonathan Greenard, whose week-long practice availability had indicated an ankle issue was trending toward sidelining him for the game.

Greenard ultimately did not make the trip active. Alongside him, the Eagles ruled out several key starters and rotation players, including wide receiver Hollywood Brown and wide receiver DeVonta Smith, both of whom are central to Philadelphia’s pass attack. The team also listed running back Saquon Barkley as inactive, a move that carries immediate implications for how the Eagles handle their offensive balance and play-calling plan.

Philadelphia’s defensive and special-teams depth also took a hit with the absence of safety Marcus Epps, who provides size and coverage range in the Eagles’ secondary rotations. In addition, center Drew Kendall was ruled out, which matters for a team that often relies on front-line communication and line cohesion to protect the quarterback and sustain run-game rhythm.

The Eagles’ inactive list did not arrive in isolation. Yahoo Sports reported that Philadelphia ruled out multiple players ahead of the contest, which meant there was “not much mystery” about most of the designations as kickoff approached. The Greenard decision stood out because it was the last meaningful roster question after he was unable to practice throughout the week due to the ankle injury.

With these players inactive, the game plan for Philadelphia’s offense and defense becomes more about who absorbs the snaps than about any single matchup. A depleted receiving corps changes how quickly the Eagles can pressure coverage with intermediate routes and how they manage the red-zone rhythm. The absence of Barkley shifts carries and targets toward the next in line in the backfield and reshapes how Philadelphia can maintain balance between runs and passes.

For Jacksonville, the Eagles’ inactive group offers a clearer window to test backups and adjust on the fly. The Eagles, meanwhile, will need to rely on their depth to keep the Jaguars from dictating tempo in a different environment and on a condensed preparation cycle. What to watch next is how Philadelphia’s offensive line organizes protections without Kendall at center, and which replacements emerge as the most reliable options across the passing game and in the run fit.