Report: Eagles to Release Jay Ajayi with Jordan Howard Returning from Injury

The Philadelphia Eagles will reportedly have one of their key offensive playmakers back for Sunday's game against the New York Giants as they attempt to clinch the NFC East at MetLife Stadium.

According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, Philadelphia is releasing running back Jay Ajayi on Monday because Jordan Howard is scheduled to return for Week 17. Howard has not played since Nov. 3 because of a shoulder injury.

This article will be updated to provide more information on this story as it becomes available.

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