Eagles' Jalen Carter ruled out for Thursday night matchup against Giants with heel injury, reports say
Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter has been ruled out for Thursday night's matchup against the New York Giants, according to reports.
NFL Network's Mike Garafolo announced on X that Carter is listed as inactive with a heel injury. The second-year standout was first listed as questionable on the team's injury report Wednesday with a heel injury.
Carter has also dealt with a shoulder injury during the 2025 season.
He traveled with the team and had a discussion on the field two hours before kickoff with coaches and general manager Howie Roseman before walking off into the tunnel.
Carter won't be the only starter sidelined for Thursday's primetime game. Left guard Landon Dickerson was ruled out Wednesday with an ankle injury after exiting Sunday's loss to the Broncos early. Backup tight end Grant Calcaterra was also ruled out against the Giants.
Linebacker Nakobe Dean is active for his first game since injuring his left knee Jan. 12 during the Eagles' first playoff game of their title run.