Heartbreak for Eagles – Promising Rookie WR’s Season Likely Over After Gruesome Shoulder Injury vs Bengals

A cloud of concern fell over the Eagles’ preseason opener Thursday night, as promising rookie wide receiver Elijah Cooks suffered a brutal shoulder injury against the Bengals. What was meant to be a hopeful audition for a roster spot may have ended before it truly began.

The injury occurred in the second half, forcing Cooks to leave the field on a cart as trainers attended to him. Sources say the injury appeared severe from the outset, and Cooks is scheduled for an MRI on Friday to determine the full extent of the damage.

Cooks, who joined the Eagles’ practice squad last January after a stint with the Jaguars, was fighting for a place on one of the NFL’s deepest wide receiver groups. Despite starting as a third-stringer behind A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith, Jahan Dotson, and Johnny Wilson, Cooks had turned heads with his effort throughout camp.

Thursday night’s setback is a harsh blow for a young player determined to revive his NFL journey. Just last year, Cooks made 11 appearances for Jacksonville, recording three catches for 38 yards before landing in Philadelphia.

As the Eagles await official word on Cooks’s status, the sense in the locker room is somber. A promising story of perseverance and hope may be on hold, but the organization and fans alike are hoping for a full recovery and another chance for Cooks to chase his dream.