Landon Dickerson’s ankle injury against Denver creates a Thursday-night question for the Eagles vs Giants. If he’s out, Brett Toth slides to left guard with Cam Jurgens at center, forcing interior-line tweaks on a short week at MetLife.

Dickerson’s rocky injury history—knee in the NFC title run, a Super Bowl playoff grit, offseason meniscus and back issues—adds risk to Philadelphia’s odds. Teammates praise his toughness, while the staff weighs rest vs. rotation to protect him for the stretch.

Week 5 brought an early scare for Philadelphia as Landon Dickerson exited with a leg issue against Denver, hobbling off in the first quarter. Brett Toth stepped in to stabilize the interior as the Eagles await an official injury update, keeping an eye on how long Dickerson might be sidelined and what it means for Week 5 run and pass protection.

Fantasy angles hinge on Dickerson’s status and Toth’s surge in opportunity. A quick update could shift line stability and rushing efficiency, while continued uncertainty could tilt decisions toward Eagles RBs and protection-heavy game plans. The broader NFL injury roundup that follows underscores how fragile rosters are entering October.

Landon Dickerson's Week 1 status versus Dallas remains in doubt after Sept. 1 practice absence, despite a mid-August meniscus surgery and a rapid return to drills two weeks later. If he’s limited or out, Brett Toth could slide into a guard spot beside Jordan Mailata, signaling a potential interior-line shuffle heading into the opener.

Drew Mukuba’s hamstring history and shoulder issues loom, while Sydney Brown battles for the starting safety role. Vic Fangio says Mukuba looks healthy this week, but the depth chart remains unsettled. Tanner McKee’s broken thumb keeps him from throwing, anchoring Sam Howell as Hurts’ likely backup for the Dallas game.

The Eagles prep for Dallas with Landon Dickerson sidelined at practice due to a back issue, opening the door for Brett Toth to start at left guard in Thursday’s opener. Dickerson’s status remains uncertain, and Philadelphia has to judge whether he can return quickly or if the interior line must lean on Toth and Cam Jurgens. Dallas brings a high-powered pass attack, so the unit protecting Jalen Hurts will be a fantasy focal point and a potential swing factor for Week 1 outcomes.

If Dickerson can play, his durability adds stability; if not, Toth’s readiness could keep the run game and pass protection cohesive. The interior matchup against Micah Parsons and Osa Odighizuwa will test the cohesion of Philadelphia’s line, with Jalen Carter contributing to the rotation. Fantasy managers should monitor practice reports closely before lineup decisions.