Eagles’ Ja’Quinden Jackson taken off in ambulance, has full movement in extremities
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- Philadelphia Eagles running back Ja’Quinden Jackson was injured on the opening kickoff against the New England Patriots, lying motionless on the field before being taken away by ambulance.
- The Eagles confirmed Jackson had strength and movement in all extremities and was transported to a local hospital for further evaluation.
- Jackson’s agent stated that Jackson is awake, has full use of all limbs, and his CT scan was negative, expressing gratitude for the medical staff and first responders.
- The injury occurred during a tackle on Patriots returner Lan Larison, with Jackson’s head appearing to be hit by Larison’s knee, causing an immediate fencing response.
- Jackson signed with the Eagles recently after being released by the Jacksonville Jaguars; he played college football at Texas, Utah, and Arkansas before entering the NFL as an undrafted free agent in 2025.
