As the Philadelphia Eagles prepare for their upcoming showdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, they are grappling with significant injury challenges. Key offensive weapons A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith were notably absent from Wednesday's walkthrough at the NovaCare Complex, leaving fans anxious about their participation in the game.

Wide receiver A.J. Brown is nursing a hamstring injury that has sidelined him for the past two games, while fellow receiver DeVonta Smith is recovering from a concussion sustained during the Eagles' last game against the New Orleans Saints. Their absence raises serious concerns for the Eagles’ offense, especially considering the recent placement of Britain Covey on injured reserve due to a shoulder injury, leaving the roster depleted at the receiver position.

In addition, right tackle Lane Johnson initially missed practice due to a concussion, but he made a late arrival, working on the sidelines with trainers. His involvement in practice signals progress through the NFL's concussion protocol, though his participation in Sunday’s game remains uncertain.

Eagles' Injury Report

Here's a snapshot of the Eagles' injury report from Wednesday’s practice: - **Did not participate:** A.J. Brown (hamstring), DeVonta Smith (concussion), Lane Johnson (concussion - late arrival) - **Limited participation:** Mekhi Becton (finger), Landon Dickerson (wrist) - **Full participation:** Darius Slay (knee) On a brighter note, both Darius Slay and Mekhi Becton returned to practice after sustaining injuries in New Orleans. Slay was involved in a late-game collision with Trevor Penning, resulting in a penalty for the Saints. Becton revealed that he had torn a ligament in his left ring finger but confirmed that he will play on Sunday, sporting a protective cast.

With the potential absence of both Brown and Smith, the Eagles' receiving corps would be significantly thin. Currently, they have Jahan Dotson and Johnny Wilson as their only healthy wide receivers active on the roster. On the practice squad, several receivers are available, including Parris Campbell, John Ross, Danny Gray, Marcus Rosemy-Jacksaint, and Kyle Phillips, offering some depth if needed.

If Johnson is unable to play, expect Fred Johnson to step in. He demonstrated commendable performance as a substitute during their last game against the Saints. Meanwhile, Becton might be able to fill in at right guard; however, if he's unable to, Tyler Steen is ready to take on that challenge following his solid showing against New Orleans.

As the Eagles continue their preparations, fans are left questioning the impact of these injuries on their game strategy and overall performance against the formidable Buccaneers. Will they rise to the challenge despite their depleted roster? Only time will tell!