Dallas Goedert, the Eagles' primary tight end, opened the 2026 season with two receiving touchdowns in his first two games before suffering an MCL sprain in Week 2 that sidelined him for multiple weeks. The 31-year-old posted a career-high 11 touchdowns in 2025 on 60 receptions, but analysts anticipated regression given his prior single-season high of five. With rookie Eli Stowers on injured reserve, Johnny Mundt and E.J. Jenkins handling increased snaps, and Zach Ertz added to the practice squad, Goedert's target share and red-zone opportunities face early-season pressure upon return. Philadelphia's offense, featuring Jalen Hurts and DeVonta Smith after A.J. Brown's departure, will influence his volume in a 17-game schedule.