The Philadelphia Eagles return home Sunday looking to rebound against the Los Angeles Rams after a disappointing 27-7 loss in Chicago. Philadelphia enters Week 4 at 2-1, while Los Angeles arrives at 1-2 with Matthew Stafford and a returning Puka Nacua leading a dangerous passing attack.
The Eagles will be without DeVonta Smith, Zack Baun, and several other contributors, shifting more responsibility to their replacements. Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley will try to restore offensive consistency at Lincoln Financial Field.
Follow along as Eagles Wire brings you live updates, scores, injury news, and highlights from the game. Follow along throughout Sunday.
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Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET. Philadelphia is seeking its third
victory, while Los Angeles is trying to avoid a 1-3 start.
Eagles quarterback update: Tanner McKee moves into backup role — Oct. 4, 8:57 a.m. ET
The Eagles are reportedly switching their backup quarterbacks for the game against Los Angeles. NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reports that Tanner McKee will serve as the No. 2 behind Jalen Hurts, with Andy Dalton moving to QB3.
Dalton replaced Hurts during Monday’s concussion evaluation and threw an interception on his only attempt. Philadelphia has not publicly identified that play as the reason for the reported change.
Rams injury update: Puka Nacua expected back without planned workload limit — Oct. 4, 8:57 a.m. ET
Puka Nacua is expected to return after missing two games.ESPN reports that Los Angeles does not intend to limit his workload against Philadelphia.
Nacua was listed as a full participant Friday and carries no game status designation. His return gives Matthew Stafford another established receiving threat alongside Davante Adams.
Eagles injury updates: DeVonta Smith, Zack Baun among six ruled out — Oct. 4, 8:57 a.m. ET
Philadelphia has ruled out:
- WR DeVonta Smith — hamstring.
- LB Zack Baun — concussion.
- WR Hollywood Brown — ankle.
- TE Dallas Goedert — knee.
- S Marcus Epps — groin.
- T Fred Johnson — knee.
The Eagles elevated tight ends Zach Ertz and Josiah Deguara for Sunday’s game. Jeremiah Trotter Jr. is expected to start alongside Jihaad Campbell at linebacker.
Rams injury updates: Aaron Donald, Jaylen Watson ruled out — Oct. 4, 8:57 a.m. ET
Los Angeles has ruled out defensive lineman Aaron Donald with a back injury, cornerback Jaylen Watson with a shoulder injury, and tight end Terrance Ferguson with an ankle injury.
Tight end Colby Parkinson is listed as questionable with knee and shoulder injuries. Outside linebacker Josaiah Stewart is listed as questionable with a groin injury.
Eagles inactives vs. Rams: Official list pending — Oct. 4, 8:57 a.m. ET
Philadelphia’s official inactive list has not been announced yet. It is expected approximately 90 minutes before kickoff, around 11:30 a.m. ET.
Rams inactives vs. Eagles: Official list pending — Oct. 4, 8:57 a.m. ET
Los Angeles’ official inactive list is expected around 11:30 a.m. ET. Update this section when announced, including final decisions on Colby Parkinson and Josaiah Stewart.
Eagles vs. Rams start time and location
- Date: Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026.
- Kickoff: 1 p.m. ET/noon CT.
- Location: Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia.
Eagles vs. Rams TV channel, streaming, and announcers ET
- TV: FOX in designated markets.
- Streaming: FOX One or a live-TV service carrying your local FOX station.
- Out-of-market viewing: NFL Sunday Ticket through YouTube or YouTube TV.
- Play-by-play: Kevin Burkhardt.
- Analyst: Tom Brady.
- Sideline reporters: Erin Andrews and Tom Rinaldi.
- Eagles radio: 94WIP, with Merrill Reese and Mike Quick.
Eagles vs. Rams prediction outlook
Philadelphia’s path to a rebound starts with cleaner possessions and a productive ground game. Saquon Barkley’s history against Los Angeles offers encouragement, but the Eagles must avoid the turnovers and penalties that undermined them in Chicago.
The Rams’ strongest opportunity is through Stafford’s passing attack against a defense missing Baun and Epps. Philadelphia’s ability to limit explosive completions could determine whether its offense has enough opportunities to control the game.
Eagles vs. Rams coverage
- Analysis: Key matchups entering Eagles-Rams.
- Preview: Eagles-Rams bold predictions.
- Background: The good, bad, and ugly from Philadelphia’s loss in Chicago.
Eagles schedule and results for 2026 — Oct. 4, 8:57 a.m. ET
Results are listed from Philadelphia’s perspective. Future kickoff times are Eastern and subject to change.
Rams schedule and results for 2026 — Oct. 4, 8:57 a.m. ET
Results are listed from Los Angeles’ perspective. Future kickoff times are Eastern and subject to change.
This article originally appeared on Eagles Wire: Eagles vs. Rams live updates: Start time, TV channel for Week 4
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