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NegativeUsageOct 27, 2026
Pierce was the Eagles' top running back in terms of usage since Saquon Barkley clearly wasn't right, but Pierce also got banged up, which led to Elijah Mitchell seeing some playing time.PositiveUsageOct 27, 2026
Pierce scored a 5-yard touchdown run in the first half, benefiting from strong blocking by Hollywood Brown on cornerback DeRon Bland, as the Cowboys' running game dominated the Eagles' defense with 204 yards on the ground.PositiveRoleOct 27, 2026
Pierce took on increased workload through the first half as the Eagles managed Barkley's snap count following his return from hamstring injury; with the running back room decimated, Pierce became the primary ball carrier when Barkley was rested on the sideline.NegativeRoleOct 27, 2026
Assumed kick return duties after Britain Covey's knee injury forced him out of Eagles-Cowboys MNF game in the first 13 minutes.NegativeDepth ChartOct 22, 2026
Dameon Pierce is the Eagles' fourth-string running back option, elevated to a more prominent depth chart role during Saquon Barkley's Week 4-6 hamstring injury absence and the injuries to backup running backs Tank Bigsby and Will Shipley.PositiveUsageOct 19, 2026
Dameon Pierce nearly played the entire game due to Carson Steele's shoulder injury and has logged 10 targets combined over the last two games, establishing him as the Eagles' primary pass-catching back in the absence of a trusted backup.NegativeUsageOct 19, 2026
Pierce struggled in pass protection despite being asked to stay in and block 19 times, the second-highest total for a running back in Week 6. The source notes Pierce was terrible in pass protection and that the Eagles kept building the passing game around an assignment he couldn't execute. On one swing pass, the Eagles used three blockers to account for two defensive backs, leaving Devin Lloyd free to tackle Pierce; Pierce made a good play and still lost a yard. The source criticizes the offensive staff for not splitting Pierce wide or using empty sets instead of forcing him into a protection role he couldn't handle.NegativeUsageOct 19, 2026
Running back asked to account for two defenders in the protection scheme on the opening play, illustrating a protection breakdown. The source states: 'the protection ends up asking Dameon Pierce to account for two defenders.' On the very first play of the game, the Eagles line up under center, run play action, and leave a defender unblocked; the Panthers have four potential blitzers to their left, and Pierce is forced into an impossible protection assignment. This is unacceptable given the staff had all week to prepare the opening play.NegativeUsageOct 19, 2026
Pierce scored a touchdown in the Eagles' game against Carolina when the team was without its primary running backs; he was part of a ground game that managed only 35 total rushing yards.NegativeUsageOct 19, 2026
RB scored a TD in limited ground game role. Philadelphia rushed for only 35 total yards against the Panthers, with Pierce accounting for the team's only rushing touchdown. This reflects the Eagles' offensive dysfunction and absence of a trio of running backs.NegativeUsageOct 18, 2026
Pierce scored a two-yard touchdown run with 2:42 left in the first half, snapping a 57-minute, 21-second home scoring drought for the Eagles under Sirianni; he also had a pair of nine-yard runs on the Eagles' third possession; however, he dropped a pass while wide open on the Eagles' third drive.PositiveRoleOct 18, 2026
With Saquon Barkley out due to injury, Tank Bigsby and Will Shipley on IR, and Carson Steele dealing with a shoulder injury, Dameon Pierce is now the starting RB for the Eagles. The Eagles running back room is severely depleted, leaving Pierce as the primary option at the position with only Jaydon Blue as an active backup.PositiveRoleOct 18, 2026
Figures to get the bulk of carries in Week 6 with Saquon Barkley, Tank Bigsby, and Will Shipley all unavailable; Pierce began the season on the practice squad.NegativeRoleOct 18, 2026
Available as one of the Eagles' top two running back options alongside Carson Steele with Shipley (foot injury), Barkley, and Bigsby all unavailable. Pierce began the year on the practice squad before being elevated.NegativeRoleOct 18, 2026
Dameon Pierce is now the primary running back depth option for the Eagles in Week 6 against the Panthers, as the team's star backs (Barkley, Bigsby, Shipley) are all unavailable; Pierce will operate in a limited offensive line situation with a new starting QB.NegativeRoleOct 17, 2026
Called up from practice squad last week; now one of three backfield options for Week 6 alongside Carson Steele and newly signed Jaydon Blue. Provides depth with Saquon Barkley hamstring-limited and Tank Bigsby/Will Shipley on injured reserve.PositiveRoleOct 16, 2026
Pierce is expected to start at running back for Week 6 with Saquon Barkley out due to hamstring injury. He is one of only two healthy running backs on the Eagles roster, alongside Carson Steele.PositiveRoleOct 16, 2026
Now one of only two healthy backfield options on the Eagles roster alongside Carson Steele, with Saquon Barkley nursing a hamstring injury, Tank Bigsby on IR, and Will Shipley placed on IR; elevated usage opportunity in near term.NegativeRoleOct 15, 2026
Pierce is one of the Eagles' fourth and fifth running back options for Week 6 with Saquon Barkley, Tank Bigsby, and Will Shipley all unavailable due to injury.NegativeRoleOct 13, 2026
Dameon Pierce is one of two healthy running backs currently on the Eagles roster after being called up from the practice squad last week amid multiple backfield injuries to Barkley, Bigsby, and Shipley.NegativeUsageOct 13, 2026
Pierce was run into a stacked box on third down and lost yardage, exemplifying the Eagles' run game struggles; the source characterizes this as part of a pattern of negative plays destroying drives and calls the run game 'a disaster.'NegativeUsageOct 13, 2026
On third down during the final drive, the Eagles ran Pierce into a stacked box and lost yardage, a poor play call that exemplifies the offensive execution issues throughout the game.NegativeUsageOct 13, 2026
Fourth-string running back Dameon Pierce was used in the Eagles' critical final drive against Jacksonville, a 32-yard field goal drive in the final seconds against the NFL's best defense using nine plays. This represents significant depth chart depletion given the Eagles' injuries at running back.NegativeRoleOct 12, 2026
Pierce is listed as one of three backup running backs (alongside Carson Steele and Jaydon Blue) who would assume primary backfield duties if Saquon Barkley cannot return for Week 6 against the Panthers. This represents a significant workload opportunity in a depleted Eagles backfield with Tank Bigsby on injured reserve and Will Shipley sidelined by a foot injury.NegativeUsageOct 12, 2026
Pierce rushed 11 times for 14 yards, a dismal 1.3 yards per carry, and saw five of the Eagles' 37 targets (13.5%) for two catches and negative two yards. While the Jaguars allowed the second-most receiving yards to running backs this season, targeting a fourth-string running back who was on the practice squad prior to the week seemed excessive. Pierce's poor rushing performance may have been hampered by poor run blocking, but his receiving usage was puzzling given his ineffectiveness. With Will Shipley out multiple games and Saquon Barkley's availability unknown, Pierce could see more work in Week 6.NegativeRoleOct 12, 2026
Pierce was the Eagles' starting running back in Week 5 with Shipley injured and the top three backs unavailable. Vinny Curry notes Pierce showed some juice in offseason practices and has had NFL success in the past; he's not a total dud. However, the Eagles' run game was historically poor (22 yards on 18 carries), though this was partly due to missing their top three backs and starting third-string center and left guard.NegativeUsageOct 12, 2026
Logged a team-high 11 carries for 14 yards in Shipley's absence during Week 5 against Jacksonville. Despite the increased opportunity, Pierce's production was limited in part due to an undermanned and struggling Eagles offensive line, making it difficult to assess his true efficiency in the role.NegativeUsageOct 12, 2026
Pierce, previously RB4, filled in as RB1 after Shipley's injury but struggled significantly: 11 carries for 14 yards and five targets for two catches and negative-two yards, totaling 13 touches for 12 yards. The source attributes this partly to playing behind a less than stellar offensive line.NegativeDepth ChartOct 11, 2026
Dameon Pierce was signed from the practice squad to the Eagles roster earlier in the week as a backup RB option. This move reflects the team's depth crisis with Saquon Barkley inactive due to hamstring injury, Tank Bigsby on IR with core muscle surgery, and Will Shipley's foot injury during Week 5.PositiveRoleOct 11, 2026
With Saquon Barkley ruled out, Pierce is active as one of three running backs and the source advises not to sleep on Pierce showing some juice in the backfield.PositiveRoleOct 11, 2026
Pierce will make his Eagles debut in the upcoming game against Jacksonville; he flashed during the summer and is part of the Eagles' running back rotation with Shipley and Steele as Barkley remains unavailable.PositiveRoleOct 9, 2026
Called up from practice squad this week to serve as backup running back with Saquon Barkley out and Tank Bigsby on injured reserve. Source notes both Pierce and Carson Steele offered intrigue in summer, so it will be interesting to see if they can produce in regular season action, though Eagles' offensive line situation may limit opportunity.PositiveRoleOct 7, 2026
Called up from the practice squad on Wednesday; with Saquon Barkley out and Tank Bigsby on injured reserve, Pierce is one of only two active running backs on the Eagles roster, providing depth and opportunity in Week 5.PositiveDepth ChartOct 7, 2026
RB Dameon Pierce was signed from the practice squad to the active roster, representing a roster promotion and potential opportunity increase in the Eagles backfield.PositiveRoleOct 7, 2026
Dameon Pierce is being called up from the practice squad to the active roster due to Eagles backfield injuries; the source notes Pierce is the more accomplished player in terms of regular season production, looked good early in training camp before getting banged up, and flashed again upon returning from injury. Pierce also has experience returning kickoffs with a strong 32.8 career average. At this point, it looks like Shipley will start in Week 5 with Pierce rotating in.NegativeDepth ChartOct 7, 2026
RB Dameon Pierce is on the Eagles practice squad and is expected to be the first call-up from the practice squad trio (Pierce, Carson Steele, Jaydon Blue) if Will Shipley needs to be elevated or if additional RB depth is required due to injuries.PositiveRoleOct 5, 2026
Practice squad running back viewed as the most likely candidate for roster elevation if the Eagles pursue that option. Looked good in training camp and preseason when healthy, though he dealt with injury issues during the offseason.PositiveRoleSep 24, 2026
Pierce is on the Eagles' practice squad and is probably the top candidate to be temporarily elevated to the roster if the Eagles need an extra running back given the injuries to Bigsby, Shipley, and Barkley's limited status.PositiveRoleSep 2, 2026
Roseman brought Pierce back on the practice squad despite injury-limited evaluation during camp, trusting his ability to produce at a high level if needed; the GM noted that with some guys, they don't have enough time for a full evaluation due to injuries, but Pierce's track record warranted keeping him on the team.NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026
Pierce is likely the fourth running back in the Eagles' pecking order behind Saquon Barkley, Tank Bigsby, and Will Shipley. He popped early in camp before suffering an injury that caused him to miss most of the summer, then showed some good signs upon returning. He's an RB injury away from getting called up.NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026
Dameon Pierce signed to the Philadelphia Eagles practice squad following the 53-player roster cutdown deadline.NegativeDepth ChartAug 30, 2026
The source notes that Pierce, an RB, was released as a vested veteran and is now free to sign with any team. The source speculates that Pierce could return on the practice squad to be RB4 behind Saquon Barkley, Tank Bigsby, and Will Shipley.NegativeDepth ChartAug 29, 2026
Had some nice flashes during the preseason but has not done enough to make the roster.NegativeDepth ChartAug 29, 2026
Pierce is designated for the practice squad, indicating a reserve developmental role.NegativeRoleAug 29, 2026
Pierce looked good early in training camp but suffered a hamstring injury that caused him to miss most of the summer. He's looked good in practice since returning and had four carries for 44 yards on Friday night, showing he has juice. However, he dropped two passes (one thrown low to him) and visited the medical tent. Early in camp, it looked like he might challenge for the RB3 role, but after this game, the source felt like he was building a case for RB4 consideration on a practice squad spot. The source expresses uncertainty about where Pierce stands given his injury concerns and Carson Steele's strong performance.NegativeRoleAug 27, 2026
Has had some nice runs and a good catch since returning to practice; however, the source notes 'He's missed too much time to make the roster but it could be good to keep him around on the practice squad.'PositiveInjuryAug 26, 2026
Pierce was removed from the injury report. He missed a lot of camp before recently returning to practice in a limited capacity and is now full go.NegativeInjuryAug 24, 2026
Returned to practice today in limited capacity after hamstring injury. Early in camp, Pierce looked like he might push for RB3, but Will Shipley and Carson Steele have stepped up recently, potentially affecting his depth chart standing.NegativeInjuryAug 24, 2026
Limited participation due to hamstring injury.NegativeRoleAug 21, 2026
Pierce is one of the additions to the Eagles' running back room behind Saquon Barkley, carrying tangible prior NFL success if Barkley happens to miss time.NegativeInjuryAug 17, 2026
Running back Dameon Pierce had some nice moments early in camp before getting banged up with a hamstring injury and has been out since.NegativeInjuryAug 13, 2026
Pierce is out with a hamstring injury during training camp.NegativeInjuryAug 13, 2026
Running back did not practice on 8/13 with a hamstring injury; preseason status against Ravens uncertain.NegativeRoleAug 12, 2026
Listed as a kick returner on the Eagles' depth chart, with Will Shipley as the top option and Tank Bigsby also in the rotation.NegativeInjuryAug 11, 2026
Pierce (hamstring) did not participate in practice.NegativeInjuryAug 10, 2026
RB Dameon Pierce did not practice on 8/10 due to a hamstring injury; one of five players dealing with hamstring issues during the second week of training camp.NegativeDepth ChartAug 10, 2026
Dameon Pierce left Eagles practice early on Saturday, prompting the team to host free agent running back Ja'Quinden Jackson on a visit, suggesting the Eagles are seeking additional running back depth for practice and preseason reps.NegativeDepth ChartAug 9, 2026
Pierce is projected to be on the Eagles' practice squad as a running back.NegativeRoleAug 9, 2026
Pierce has flashed as both a runner, pass-catcher, and kick returner and might be able to push for the RB3 role, assuming the injury he suffered on Saturday isn't serious; he's shown enough to at least make the practice squad.NegativeUsageAug 9, 2026
Depth running back who left practice early and did not return.NegativeUsageAug 7, 2026
Pierce had a long run in practice where an Eagles defender bounced off him in the middle of the field.PositiveRoleAug 5, 2026
Pierce had a long run in drills, showing positive performance in the running back competition.PositiveUsageJul 30, 2026
Caught Elijah Moore. Hurts's attention for the second day in a row; turned a dump-off reception into a nice catch-and-run gain, looking natural as a pass-catcher with a smooth transition turning upfield. Also broke off a big gain as a runner and has juice.PositiveRoleJul 30, 2026
Caught attention for the second consecutive day. Turned a dump-off reception into a nice catch-and-run gain, looking natural as a pass-catcher with a smooth transition turning upfield. Also broke off a big gain as a runner; described as having juice.PositiveUsageJul 29, 2026
Pierce had a long run at one point during practice and could be the favorite to be RB4, likely on the practice squad, although the Eagles did keep four running backs last season.NegativeRoleJul 29, 2026
Listed on the Eagles practice squad as a running back.NegativeDepth ChartJul 29, 2026
Pierce is on the Eagles practice squad as a running back.NegativeDepth ChartJul 29, 2026
Pierce is competing with Elijah Mitchell for a fourth running back spot; the Eagles can likely keep at least one of them on the practice squad rather than the 53-man roster.