The Philadelphia Eagles received unfortunate news at the start of the third quarter during their conference title game against the Washington Commanders when fans and players noticed the absence of center Landon Dickerson, a key starter in their Super Bowl run.
According to information released by the Eagles, Dickerson was unable to return to the game and is now listed as questionable due to a knee injury. It’s worth noting that during the game, Dickerson had applied a brace to his knee due to the pain he was experiencing.
Landon Dickerson was replaced by Cam Jurgens, who is also considered a solid player on the offensive line. Jurgens has made 16 starts this season, but before the game against the Commanders, he had been ruled out of playing in the trenches alongside his team and Jalen Hurts.
The Eagles’ offensive line heavily relies on their starters. Despite being ranked 7th in the league, averaging 27.2 points per game, they don’t have a strong backup lineup in case one of the starters gets injured, especially with the end of the season approaching.
How Much Playoff Experience Does Jurgens Have?
Jurgens has been with the Eagles since 2022 and has played in six playoff games. His most significant postseason run came in 2022 when he and the team made it to the Super Bowl, only to lose to the Kansas City Chiefs. Jurgens played 5 snaps in that game, which the Eagles lost 35-38.
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Jurgens and Dickerson’s Contracts
Dickerson signed a long-term, 4-year contract with the franchise in 2024 worth $84 million, with a potential opt-out in 2027. On the other hand, Jurgens is under contract through the end of the 2024 season, and he is expected to receive a contract extension, estimated by Spotrac to be around $5 million.
