Medical Minute

The Eagles lost a bit player on Wednesday but the Dallas Cowboys may be dealing with a far bigger problem in advance of Sunday's divisional showdown at Lincoln Financial Field.

Tim Jernigan underwent surgery to repair a herniated disc in his back last week and the timetable for his return has been set at four-to-six months

Joel Embiid will undergo surgery to repair an orbital fracture in his left eye. Details inside on how long other NBA players have missed with this injury.

Sixers rookie Markelle Fultz was dominant in Wednesday's practice session, according Joel Embiid and head coach Brett Brown.

Sixers veteran JJ Redick will be sidelined for at least 10-14 days after suffering a left leg injury on Monday against Toronto

The Sixers' center will travel with the team to Toronto for their second straight game against the Raptors after missing his last three games due to back tightness.

Fate handed Philadelphia the NFC East title and a clear path to the top seed in the conference yet took away its quarterback Carson Wentz.

The Sixers provided some medical updates on a pair of players, including Markelle Fultz.

It could be a while until we see Markelle Fultz back out on the floor.

Eagles RT Lane Johnson left Sunday's Week 5 game against the Cardinals with a head injury and did not return.