Philadelphia Eagles offensive guard Landon Dickerson is expected to land on injured reserve after revealing that a bone bruise in his right knee severely hampered his performance during a Week 1 win over the Washington Commanders, forcing him to miss at least four games.
The Philadelphia Eagles are set to reshape their interior offensive line after three-time Pro Bowl left guard Landon Dickerson admitted he was a complete liability
during the team’s opening victory over the Washington Commanders. Dickerson confirmed on WIP’s “Players’ Lounge” show that he is headed to injured reserve with a bone bruise in his right knee, an injury sustained during a training camp practice a few weeks prior to the game.
Landon Dickerson Admits to Playing Through Pain Against Washington
Dickerson struggled noticeably on the field against Washington, earning a dismal 37.6 grade from Pro Football Focus, which ranked him as the lowest-rated guard in the league for Week 1. In his three previous Pro Bowl campaigns, Dickerson had maintained strong performance metrics, ranking 12th, 13th, and 7th among starting guards with respective PFF grades of 72.1, 69.4, and 78.6. Reflecting on his decision to play, the lineman expressed regret over attempting to push through the discomfort.
“I played like bleep yesterday. I was a complete liar yesterday. And again, that was my fault. I know I said earlier in camp, I shouldn’t be out there until I feel healthy. A few weeks ago, I got rolled up on it in practice. I thought as weeks went by, it would get better. And it didn’t. And we kind of went out there and finally got some imaging on it (Monday), figured out what was wrong with it.”
Landon Dickerson, Philadelphia Eagles guard
While he did not officially announce the transaction himself, Dickerson noted that he assumes the reports regarding an injured reserve designation are accurate, describing it as the pragmatic path forward to avoid repeating the arduous conditions of his 2024 and 2025 seasons.
Stem Cell Treatments and Offseason Rehabilitation Context
Addressing questions regarding his long-term durability, Dickerson pushed back against any notion of retirement. He pointed to his substantial financial investment during the offseason as proof of his ongoing commitment to the sport, noting that he and teammate Cam Jurgens traveled to Medellin, Colombia, for specialized stem-cell treatments aimed at recovering from previous injuries, which included an August 2025 meniscus repair.
“If I thought I was coming close to retirement, I wouldn’t have spent figures getting healthy in the offseason.”
Landon Dickerson, Philadelphia Eagles guard
Dickerson emphasized that his current bone bruise is entirely unrelated to his past structural knee issues or meniscus repairs. Medical imaging confirmed the nature of the injury on Monday, establishing that constant contact during camp had prevented the bone bruise from healing naturally.
Timeline, Recovery Window, and Replacement Options
Placing Dickerson on injured reserve sidelines him for a minimum of four games, making him mathematically eligible to return on October 18 for a matchup against the Carolina Panthers at Lincoln Financial Field. Dickerson stated that he has a consensus timeline regarding when he expects to feel fully recovered, expressing confidence that his rehabilitation will fit comfortably within that four-week window.
In the interim, the Eagles will turn to their interior depth. Drew Kendall, selected in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL draft, stands as a primary candidate to fill the vacancy after putting together a solid training camp performance. Willie Lampkin serves as another viable interior backup option for Philadelphia’s offensive line as the team prepares to navigate the upcoming weeks without their starting left guard.
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