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Philadelphia Eagles TE Zach Ertz, CB Leodis McKelvin ruled out

By The Sports Xchange
Philadelphia Eagles running back Darren Sproles (43) congratulates tight end Zach Ertz (86). Photo by Matthew Healey/ UPI
Philadelphia Eagles running back Darren Sproles (43) congratulates tight end Zach Ertz (86). Photo by Matthew Healey/ UPI | License Photo

Philadelphia Eagles tight end Zach Ertz and cornerback Leodis McKelvin were ruled out for Monday night's game against the Chicago Bears.

Eagles coach Doug Pederson said Saturday both Ertz (ribs) and McKelvin (hamstring) would not play in Chicago on "Monday Night Football."

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Ertz and McKelvin were injured in last Sunday's 29-10 win over the Cleveland Browns. Ertz suffered a rib displacement near his left shoulder and McKelvin injured his left hamstring.

Ron Brooks is expected to get the start in place of McKelvin, with rookie Jalen Mills coming in when the Eagles are in a nickel package.

Ertz, who made 75 catches last season, including 30 in the Eagles' final three games, had six catches for 58 yards against the Browns. Veteran Brent Celek likely will take most of the snaps in one-tight end sets, with Trey Burton joining Celek in two-tight end sets.

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