Dallas visits Philadelphia on Monday night at 8:15 p.m. Eastern. Both NFC East teams enter 2–4.
Reported facts: final designations narrow the rotations
Philadelphia ruled out defensive back Michael Carter, receivers DeVonta Smith and Dontayvion Wicks, and edge defender Nolan Smith. Saquon Barkley, Landon Dickerson, Grant Calcaterra, Jonathan Greenard, Jalyx Hunt and others were listed questionable.
Dallas ruled out tackle Drew Shelton, returner KaVontae Turpin and linebacker Dee Winters. Marist Liufau and P.J. Locke were questionable and would require activation from injured reserve.
ISR analysis: replacements change responsibilities
Smith’s absence affects more than target count. It can change spacing, route combinations and which defender Philadelphia can force to declare leverage. Dallas’ missing return specialist also changes expected field-position value.
The final active list will determine how both clubs distribute pass protection and coverage communication. A division label adds familiarity, but execution still depends on the available personnel.
Factors to watch
- Philadelphia’s route distribution without DeVonta Smith.
- Barkley’s final status and early workload.
- Dallas’ return-game field position without Turpin.
- Pressure created without weakening coverage behind it.
Market snapshot and source check
Source: DraftKings odds displayed by ESPN’s game page, checked October 26, 2026, 7:45 a.m. EDT. Displayed line: DAL -4.5; total 43.5. This is a timestamped source snapshot, not a closing-line claim or betting recommendation.
