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Ja’Quinden Jackson Injury Update: Latest on Eagles RB After Leaving Game vs. Patriots in Ambulance
Jackson was stretchered off after tackling the return man on the opening kickoff, and the Eagles gave no immediate update on his condition.
On Saturday, Philadelphia Eagles running back Ja'Quinden Jackson was taken off the field in an ambulance after sustaining an injury during the opening kickoff of the preseason game against the New England Patriots.
Jackson collided with Patriots returner Lan Larison while making a tackle on the kickoff return, remaining motionless on the field before medical staff called for a stretcher and ambulance.
The Eagles announced Jackson has strength and movement in all extremities and was transported to a local hospital for further evaluation; fans at Gillette Stadium applauded as he departed.
Jackson, a 24-year-old undrafted free agent signed on August 10, previously played for the Arkansas Razorbacks and Utah Utes before spending last season on the Jacksonville Jaguars' practice squad.
With Jackson sidelined, the Eagles must evaluate other running back options, with Will Shipley and Dameon Pierce competing for the team's third roster spot as Philly awaits medical updates.