New York Post

No surgery for Wentz, but Foles likely to start

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Carson Wentz’s back injury means Nick Foles gets another opportunit­y to rescue the Eagles.

Coach Doug Pederson said Friday that Wentz does not require surgery for a stress fracture in his back and the injury could take up to three months to heal. The quarterbac­k is listed as “doubtful” for Sunday night’s game against the Rams in Los Angeles and is scheduled to travel with the team. Foles wasn’t available to speak to reporters, but teammates expect the Super Bowl MVP to start.

The Eagles (6-7) are still in the chase for a playoff spot.

Foles hasn’t taken a snap in a game since Week 2. He took over in Week 14 last season after Wentz tore two ligaments in his left knee during a comeback win on the road against the Rams. Foles led Philadelph­ia to its first NFL title since 1960 and started the first two games this season, going 1-1.

SEAHAWKS: Seattle will be without one of their three running backs Sunday after rookie

Rashaad Penny was ruled out with a knee injury.

Penny, linebacker K.J. Wright and safety Maurice Alexander were all listed as out Friday. Wide receiver Doug Baldwin, defensive tackle Jarran Reed and safety Bradley McDougald are all expected to play.

RAIDERS: Receiver Martavis Bryant has been suspended indefinite­ly for violating the NFL policy on substance abuse.

The NFL announced Bryant has violated the terms of his conditiona­l reinstatem­ent in April 2017 and has been placed back on the suspended list for an indefinite period of time.

Bryant is currently on injured reserve with a knee injury. He is eligible for free agency next year. He had 19 catches for 266 yards in eight games this season. COWBOYS: Running back

Ezekiel Elliott was fined $26,739 for lowering his helmet last weekend against Eagles defensive back

Corey Graham, according to ESPN. Elliott, the first offensive player to be flagged for that penalty, is appealing the fine.

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