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Eagles open practice window for four players returning from Injured Reserve
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Sports/The Apex Times/Oct 14, 3:04 PM EDT

Eagles open practice window for four players returning from Injured Reserve

Philadelphia activated practice eligibility for DB Jakorian Bennett, TE Grant Calcaterra, G Landon Dickerson, and TE Eli Stowers as it prepares for the next phase of the season.

By The Apex Times Newsroom2 min readAI-assisted Apex article

The Philadelphia Eagles opened a practice window for four players returning from Injured Reserve on Wednesday, the team announced: defensive back Jakorian Bennett, tight end Grant Calcaterra, guard Landon Dickerson, and tight end Eli Stowers.

Bennett, a 2023 fourth-round pick out of Maryland, is returning after a pectoral injury in 2025 and time on Injured Reserve that began August 30. The Eagles noted his move from jersey No. 23 to No. 21 during his return period.

Calcaterra, now in his fifth season with Philadelphia after being drafted in 2022, was placed on Injured Reserve on August 30 with a back injury. The team described him as a frequent second or third tight end option behind Dallas Goedert, including usage in two-tight-end formations.

Dickerson’s practice window reflects an absence that began when he was placed on Injured Reserve with a knee injury after the Eagles’ win over the Commanders in Week 1. The team also highlighted that his return comes after multiple changes along the offensive line, including Lane Johnson’s retirement and Cam Jurgens’ trade.

Stowers, the Eagles’ second-round pick of the 2026 NFL Draft from Vanderbilt, was placed on Injured Reserve a day before his potential debut due to a quadriceps injury. The team also noted he had nursed a hamstring injury during training camp.

Philadelphia also announced it signed defensive back Dean Clark to its practice squad.

Why It Matters

  • Practice windows are the key step before a player can return to game action, so these activations report potential roster availability for upcoming weeks.
  • Dickerson’s return matters for the offensive line’s stability, particularly given the turnover Philadelphia has already had at tackle and center.
  • Calcaterra and Stowers’ eligibility gives the Eagles more tight end depth and flexibility in two-tight-end looks behind Dallas Goedert.
  • Bennett’s practice return adds a defensive back option for Philadelphia as it manages availability across the secondary.

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Key Facts

  • The Eagles opened practice windows for four players returning from Injured Reserve: Jakorian Bennett, Grant Calcaterra, Landon Dickerson, and Eli Stowers.
  • Jakorian Bennett was placed on Injured Reserve on August 30 after a knee injury during training camp, and the team noted a jersey number change from 23 to 21.
  • Grant Calcaterra, in his fifth Eagles season, was placed on Injured Reserve on August 30 with a back injury.
  • Landon Dickerson was placed on Injured Reserve with a knee injury after the Eagles’ Week 1 win over the Commanders, and his return comes amid other offensive line turnover.
  • Eli Stowers, a 2026 second-round pick, was placed on Injured Reserve with a quadriceps injury a day before his potential debut.
  • The Eagles also signed defensive back Dean Clark to the practice squad.