Eagles Face Running Back Shortage Before Washington Game
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The Philadelphia Eagles are facing a big challenge at running back. Five players in that position are currently injured.
Because of this, the team may give young player Jaydon Blue a chance to play. He is known for being very fast.
The Eagles' depth chart is now the main topic of discussion. A depth chart shows the order of players at each position.
Star running back Saquon Barkley is among those who cannot play. He is normally the team's top choice at the position.
Another injured player is Eli Mitchell, who also cannot help the team right now.
The Eagles will soon play a game against Washington. Coaches must decide who will run with the ball in that match.
With so many players hurt, this decision is more difficult than usual. Fans and reporters are watching closely to see who the coaches choose.
Jaydon Blue's speed could make him a useful option. However, it is still unclear exactly how the coaches will use him.
The situation shows how important depth, meaning having enough good backup players, can be for a football team during the season.
Vocabulary10 words
- Eagles
- the name of the football team in this story
- running back
- a player whose job is to run with the ball
- injured
- hurt and unable to play
- depth chart
- a list showing which players play which position
- position
- the specific job a player has on the team
- speed
- how fast someone can move
- backup
- a player who plays when another player cannot
- coach
- the person who decides how a team plays
- option
- a choice that someone can pick
- match
- a single game between two teams
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Answer key
1. Running back 2. Other running backs are injured 3. True
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Play the audio again and fill in the missing words as you listen.
The Philadelphia Eagles are facing a big challenge at _____.
Five players in that position are currently _____.
The team may give young player Jaydon Blue a _____ to play.
He is known for being very _____.
The Eagles' _____ is now the main topic of discussion.
Star running back Saquon _____ is among those who cannot play.
Another injured player is Eli _____, who also cannot help the team.
The Eagles will soon play a game against _____.
Coaches must decide who will _____ with the ball.
Jaydon Blue's _____ could make him a useful option.
Discussion questions
- Why do you think having many injured players at one position is difficult for a team?
- What qualities might make a backup player successful in a big game?
- How important do you think speed is for a running back?
- Do you follow American football? Why or why not?
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