Eagles vs. 49ers: Full active/inactive list, key injuries, and players fans are excited to watch

The Philadelphia Eagles face the San Francisco 49ers in today’s NFC Wild Card playoff matchup, and fans are eagerly tracking who will take the field. With key injuries affecting both rosters, knowing who is playing, who is inactive, and which stars fans are most excited to see is essential for this high-stakes postseason showdown.

Eagles inactive players for today’s game

The Eagles have confirmed the following players will not play against the 49ers:

• Lane Johnson (RT) – Foot injury
• Brett Toth (OL) – Concussion
• Sam Howell (QB – emergency QB) – Inactive
• A.J. Dillon (RB) – Inactive
• Ty Robinson (DL) – Inactive
• Jakorian Bennett (CB) – Inactive
• Joshua Uche (OLB) – Inactive

The Eagles elevated Charley Hughlett and Andre’ Sam from the practice squad to provide depth.

Eagles active players to watch

Players not listed as inactive are active and expected to play. Key starters include:

• Jalen Hurts (QB) – Franchise quarterback and offensive leader
• A.J. Brown (WR) – Top receiving target
• DeVonta Smith (WR) – Deep threat and playmaker
• Saquon Barkley (RB) – Workhorse running back
• Dallas Goedert (TE) – Key red-zone option
• Landon Dickerson (OL) – Anchor of the offensive line
• Marcus Epps (S) – Defensive playmaker
• Nakobe Dean (LB) – Linebacker returning from practice this week
• Jalen Carter (DT) – Defensive linchpin
• Jaelan Phillips & Azeez Ojulari (EDGE) – Pass rushers

49ers inactive players for today’s game

The 49ers have several key players inactive for this Wild Card matchup:

• Fred Warner (LB) – Still on injured reserve, not activated
• Ricky Pearsall (WR) – Inactive due to injury
• Dee Winters (LB) – Inactive
• Luke Gifford (LB) – Inactive
• Jordan Watkins (WR) – Inactive
• Chase Lucas (CB) – Inactive

49ers active players to watch

Confirmed active players for the 49ers include:

• Trent Williams (LT) – Confirmed active
• Brock Purdy (QB) – Starting quarterback
• Christian McCaffrey (RB) – Offensive focal point
• Deebo Samuel (WR) – Playmaking wide receiver
• George Kittle (TE) – Tight end and red-zone threat
• Jimmie Ward (S) – Defensive anchor
• Eric Kendricks, Curtis Robinson, Jalen Graham, Garret Wallow (LB group) – Stepping in for injured linebackers

Key injury context leading into the game

• Fred Warner (49ers LB) remains sidelined on injured reserve, removing a defensive leader from the lineup.
• Ricky Pearsall (49ers WR) is inactive, leaving fewer receiving options alongside Deebo Samuel.
• Lane Johnson (Eagles RT) is out, impacting the offensive line against the 49ers’ strong defensive front.
• Other Eagles and 49ers listed inactive or elevated for depth will adjust rotations throughout the game.

Today’s NFC Wild Card clash between the Eagles and 49ers will test depth, resilience, and star power. With several inactives and key players stepping up, fans can expect a competitive playoff game. Keep an eye on Hurts, Brown, Barkley, Purdy, McCaffrey, and Samuel as the Eagles and 49ers battle for a spot in the next round.


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