Every team has that crucial backup, the next man up who you hope never has to see the field. For the Philadelphia Eagles, that spot along the offensive line is suddenly under a microscope. It’s like having a reliable relief pitcher in baseball; you need him to hold the line until your ace can return. But what happens when that reliever starts giving up walks and hits?
The news is clear for the Eagles. Veteran Matt Pryor is in a tough spot after his struggles through the first four weeks. When Lane Johnson left the Rams game, Pryor stepped in at right tackle.