Ben VanSumeren has reportedly suffered a significant season-ending knee injury during practice, impacting his role as a backup linebacker and key contributor on special teams. The second-year player out of Michigan State has participated in all 11 games this season, excelling in special teams with 213 snaps and also serving as a physical lead blocker on offense. With VanSumeren out, Dallas Gant, an undrafted rookie from Toledo, may be called upon to fill his role.

Ben VanSumeren has been a versatile player for the Eagles, contributing on both offense and special teams despite being primarily listed as a linebacker. He has played 22 offensive snaps and 213 special teams snaps this season, showcasing his adaptability. VanSumeren has not recorded any defensive snaps this year, but he started a game as a linebacker last season and has also served as a fullback, blocking for Saquon Barkley in certain formations. His positionless skill set has allowed the Eagles to utilize him strategically, although he is now sidelined with a potentially serious knee injury that could keep him out for an extended period.

Ben VanSumeren has been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Ravens due to a knee injury. He was a late addition to the injury report after practicing without designation earlier in the week. This adds to the Eagles' injury concerns as they prepare for the matchup.

Ben VanSumeren will be out for the game against the Ravens due to a knee injury, impacting the Eagles' special teams depth.

Ben VanSumeren is not expected to move down from his linebacker position to fill the gap left by Brandon Graham's injury. Fangio prefers not to weaken another position, indicating that making too many changes for one player's absence is not advisable.