Eagles Activate Jordan Mailata From Injured Reserve
The Philadelphia Eagles activated left tackle Jordan Mailata (hamstring) from Injured Reserve on Wednesday in advance of their Thursday night divisional clash against the Washington Commanders. Mailata practiced in full from Monday to Wednesday and was removed from the final Week 11 injury report, so he will in fact make his return to the field on Thursday evening as the blind-side protector for quarterback Jalen Hurts. The 27-year-old offensive lineman missed the minimum four games while on IR for a hamstring injury that he suffered in the win over the Cleveland Browns on Oct. 13. It's a positive development for an Eagles offense that appears to be finally putting it all together at the right time with a big divisional matchup upcoming.
Philadelphia Eagles left tackle Jordan Mailata (hamstring) was placed on the Injured Reserve list on Friday. He will be sidelined for at least four games. The 27-year-old injured his hamstring in Sunday's win over the Browns. While head coach Nick Sirianni initially indicated Mailata would miss only a few weeks, that is no longer the case. Of course, his absence isn't good news for the offense, especially if the team hopes to keep opposing defenses from getting to Jalen Hurts. In the meantime, Fred Johnson is expected to fill the void.
Philadelphia Eagles left tackle Jordan Mailata (hamstring) was seen using crutches and wearing a sleeve on his left leg following Sunday's game against the Cleveland Browns. The talented lineman exited midway through the fourth quarter and did not return. Mailata had previously played 100 percent of the Eagles' offensive snaps this season, so losing him to injury is bad news for Philadelphia, especially Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley. If he can't play in Week 7, Fred Johnson would step up as the Eagles' primary left tackle.
Jordan Mailata Agrees To Three-Year Extension With Eagles
Philadelphia Eagles left tackle Jordan Mailata is signing a three-year, $66 million contract extension to remain with the organization long-term, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The deal includes a $20 million signing bonus and $48 million in guarantees. The new contract puts Mailata only behind Laremy Tunsil, Trent Williams, and Andrew Thomas in average salary among NFL tackles. The 27-year-old was a seventh-round pick by the Eagles in 2018 after his rugby career in Europe. His transition to American football has been impressive, as he's blossomed into one of the league's best blind-side protectors. With future Hall of Fame center Jason Kelce hanging up his cleats this offseason, it's a significant move for the Eagles to keep one of their keystone offensive linemen for the foreseeable future.
Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Jordan Mailata (shoulder) is on track to play in Sunday's game against the Dallas Cowboys. He initially suffered a shoulder injury in the Week 4 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars. The 25-year-old returned to practice this week and is trending in the right direction toward suiting up against Dallas. Mailata's presence on the o-line will only help quarterback Jalen Hurts and the Eagles' offense. Jack Driscoll will draw the start at left tackle if Mailata is ruled out.
Jordan Mailata Will Miss Week 3 Matchup Against Dallas
Philadelphia Eagles left tackle Jordan Mailata (knee) has been ruled out for the team's matchup Monday vs. the Cowboys. While it was reported earlier in the week that Mailata is dealing with a sprained MCL, the team waited until Saturday to make his status official, naming Andre Dillard the starter in his stead. Mailata has been the breakout star of the Eagles' offensive line and can be seen as a major loss as the team attempts to keep quarterback Jalen Hurts in a position to trade scoring drives with Dallas. Dillard made four starts with Philadelphia in 2019, but he logged just two offensive snaps over the first two weeks this year. The next chance that Mailata will have to return to action comes in Week 4 against Kansas City.
Philadelphia Eagles left tackle Jordan Mailata (knee) isn't expected to play on Monday night in Week 3 against the Dallas Cowboys after he suffered a sprained MCL in practice on Thursday. The injury isn't considered to be long-term, but Andre Dillard is expected to take over on quarterback Jalen Hurts' blind side on Monday night after Mailata missed practice on Friday. The good news is that the 24-year-old shouldn't be out long, but it's a downgrade on the offensive line. Thankfully for the Eagles and Hurts, the Dallas defense has just two sacks in the first two games and will be without top pass-rusher DeMarcus Lawrence for the foreseeable future.
Eagles, Jordan Mailata Agree To Four-Year Extension
The Philadelphia Eagles and left tackle Jordan Mailata signed a four-year, $64 million contract extension on Saturday that could be worth up to $80 million. The deal also includes $40.85 million guaranteed, according to a source. Mailata is now under contract with the team through the 2025 campaign. The 24-year-old seventh-rounder in 2018 outplayed an injured Andre Dillard in the preseason, so not only does he get a rich extension, but he will be the Eagles starting left tackle in Week 1 against the Atlanta Falcons. His job will be to protect mobile second-year quarterback Jalen Hurts. Hurts, who can make noise with his arm and his legs, has clear QB1 upside in the season opener against a Falcons defense that racked up only 29 sacks as a team (tied for 23rd in the league) last season.
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