Saquon Barkley will not play in Week 5

Philadelphia Eagles RB Saquon Barkley (hamstring) did not participate in practice Friday, Oct. 9, and has been ruled out for Week 5. SOURCE: PhiladelphiaEagles.com Why It Matters: The Eagles will be without Barkley and Tank Bigsby, so Will Shipley should see a majority of the work at running back in

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Eagles RB Saquon Barkley (hamstring) did not participate in practice Friday, Oct. 9, and has been ruled out for Week 5.

SOURCE: PhiladelphiaEagles.com

Why It Matters: The Eagles will be without Barkley and Tank Bigsby, so Will Shipley should see a majority of the work at running back in Week 5. He can be considered at least a flex option in most fantasy leagues.

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Saquon Barkley will not play in Week 5