Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith will remain sidelined for the team's Week 9 contest, according to a report from USA TODAY Sports. The Pro Bowl pass-catcher has been dealing with an injury that has kept him off the field in recent weeks.
Smith's absence continues to test the Eagles' receiving corps depth as they navigate a critical stretch of the 2026 NFL season. The 2021 first-round pick out of Alabama has established himself as one of the league's premier route runners and a favorite target in Philadelphia's passing attack.
The Eagles' medical staff will continue to evaluate Smith's progress throughout the week, with his status for future games remaining week-to-week. Philadelphia's offense will need to adjust its game plan in his absence, likely increasing opportunities for complementary receivers and tight ends in the passing game.
