Eagles RB Tank Bigsby Set for Core Muscle Surgery

Tank Bigsby headed for surgery

Philadelphia's backfield took a hit in Sunday's 24-20 loss to the Rams, with two running backs leaving the game injured. At least one of them, Tank Bigsby, is now set to undergo surgery on a core muscle injury — the kind of procedure that points to an extended absence rather than a week-to-week situation.

What it means for your survivor pick

When a team loses multiple running backs in the same game and one is headed for the operating table, the ground game is suddenly a question mark. For survivor players eyeing the Eagles, treat this as a reason to slow down rather than a reason to panic. A thinned-out backfield can force a more one-dimensional attack, and that matters most against defenses built to take advantage of it. If you're leaning on Philadelphia as a safe survivor pick, wait for clarity on who's healthy and who's carrying the load before committing — a loss already on the board is a reminder that nothing here is automatic. New to this and weighing your options week to week? The survivor pool FAQ covers how to think through situations exactly like this one.