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Newer update on Dallas Goedert: Dallas Goedert injury update: No designation for Week 5 vs. Jaguars (knee)

Dallas Goedert Injury Update: Eagles TE Likely Out Week 4, Eyeing Week 5-6 Return

Goedert is not practicing Thursday and is doubtful for Week 4, but a return within a few weeks appears likely.

By Cole Hartwell
Dallas Goedert
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Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert is not practicing Thursday due to a knee injury, and fantasy managers should plan to be without him for Week 4. According to RotoWire, Goedert was not spotted at the start of practice, signaling he is unlikely to suit up against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this weekend.

What happened

Goedert suffered a knee injury in Week 2 when another player collided with his knee on a run play, per RotoBaller. He was ruled out for Week 3’s Monday night loss to the Chicago Bears and was initially expected to miss multiple weeks. The injury is described as an MCL sprain, which is considered preferable to a PCL sprain in terms of recovery timeline. He has not been placed on injured reserve.

Context

Goedert opened the season with a huge Week 1, catching four passes for 77 yards and two touchdowns. He played only 25% of snaps in Week 2 before the injury, finishing with one catch for four yards. The Eagles are without wide receiver A.J. Brown this season, leaving Goedert as a key target for quarterback Jalen Hurts, especially in the red zone. Rookie receiver Makai Lemon has struggled, DeVonta Smith hasn’t been as productive as expected, and Dontayvion Wicks is not a target hog, per RotoBaller.

What’s next

Goedert is listed as doubtful for Week 4, and his practice absence Thursday makes it very unlikely he plays. Because he wasn’t placed on injured reserve, he can return at any time, but RotoBaller suggests a Week 5 or Week 6 return is most realistic. If the Eagles do not rush him back, he could return to full health within a few weeks.

🏈 Fantasy impact

Goedert should be held in all leagues despite the likely Week 4 absence. He remains a top-5 upside tight end when healthy, especially with A.J. Brown gone and a lack of reliable target competition beyond DeVonta Smith. Managers with Goedert should stream a replacement for Week 4, but avoid dropping him. Consider him a buy-low candidate in trades—if he returns in Week 5 or 6, he could resume top-tier production. For Week 4, DeVonta Smith and Dontayvion Wicks may see slight target bumps, but neither is a strong TE streamer. Look for available tight ends with favorable matchups off the waiver wire.

Quick answers

When will Dallas Goedert return from his knee injury?

He is doubtful for Week 4 and has not been placed on injured reserve. A Week 5 or Week 6 return is considered most likely.

Is Dallas Goedert playing in Week 4?

No, he is doubtful and was not seen at Thursday's practice, so he is expected to miss the game.

Should I drop Dallas Goedert in fantasy football?

No, he should be held. He remains a top-tier tight end when healthy and is a buy-low candidate, with a return expected within a few weeks.

Sources

  1. Player data (Sleeper)
  2. Dallas Goedert: Not spotted at Thursday's practice (RotoWire)
  3. When Is Dallas Goedert Coming Back - Week 4 Fantasy Football Injury Return Update (2026) (RotoBaller)

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