Eagles, Patriots Lose Young Wide Receivers to Season-Ending Injuries

The Philadelphia Eagles are facing a significant setback for their 2025 season as second-year wide receiver Johnny Wilson will miss the entire year due to season-ending surgery on his knee and ankle following a practice injury. Wilson, a 6-foot-6 target known for his contested catches and blocking ability, was poised to expand his role behind top receivers A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith, and Jahan Dotson. His injury came after a promising training camp and preseason performance, including three catches for 73 yards against Cincinnati. The Eagles recently acquired John Metchie III from the Houston Texans to help fill the void left by Wilson's absence, with other young receivers also competing for roster spots. This loss is especially impactful given Wilson's unique size and blocking skills in Philadelphia's run-heavy offense centered around All-Pro running back Saquon Barkley. Separately, the New England Patriots will also be without a young wide receiver, Ja'Lynn Polk, who is out for the season with a shoulder injury requiring surgery.