Eagles linebacker Nakobe Dean suffered a torn patellar tendon in his left knee during Sunday’s win over the Packers, ending his season and potentially affecting his readiness for the 2025 season, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. Oren Burks replaced Dean and is expected to start alongside Zack Baun at off-ball linebacker for the rest of the playoffs, showcasing upside as an IDP option with upcoming matchups against the Rams and Lions. Dean’s recovery will be closely monitored for the offseason, making him a questionable IDP asset for the first half of the 2025 season, which is also the final year of his rookie contract, potentially prompting the Eagles to explore alternative options.
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