Rap: Goedert to miss a few weeks with MCL sprain
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Key Points:
- Dallas Goedert exited Sunday's game in the second quarter due to an injury and will undergo an MRI; his absence could lead to missed playing time, with veteran Johnny Mundt expected to take on a larger role at tight end.
- Despite the injury, Goedert has been a key red zone target, catching two touchdown passes from Jalen Hurts in the game and coming off a career-high 11 touchdowns last season.
- Rookie Eli Stowers remains on injured reserve with a quad injury, and his limited practice time has slowed his development, making Mundt the primary backup tight end for now.
- The Eagles are actively negotiating a contract extension with Goedert to avoid a $20.5 million dead cap hit, with the deal's outcome potentially impacting the team's handling of A.J. Brown's contract and salary cap situation.
- While trade talks around A.J. Brown continue to be uncertain, the futures of both Brown and Goedert are closely linked due to salary cap considerations and contract timing.
