Eagles Put Greenard on PUP List After Pectoral Strain

The Philadelphia Eagles placed newly acquired outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard on the physically unable to perform list on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, after he strained a pectoral muscle while weightlifting before the start of training camp. The team does not believe the injury will be a long-term issue.

General Manager Howie Roseman expressed confidence that Greenard would be ready for the regular season. He said training camp and practice are important but noted Greenard's preparation and experience would ensure his readiness. Greenard, 29, is returning from offseason shoulder surgery that limited him to 12 games with the Minnesota Vikings last season.

The Eagles acquired Greenard in a trade with the Vikings on April 24, sending third-round draft picks in 2026 and 2027 to Minnesota. Philadelphia immediately signed the veteran pass rusher to a four-year contract extension reportedly worth between $98 million and $100 million, with $50 million guaranteed. The move was designed to bolster a linebacker room that includes Jalyx Hunt, Nolan Smith Jr., and A.J. Epenesa, and to replace the production of Jaelan Phillips, who signed a lucrative free-agent deal with the Carolina...