Andrew Mukuba Injury News & Updates
Keep up with the latest injuries from the Eagles vs Chargers game on Monday with our National Football League injury report.Nov 26, 2025
Lands on injured reserve
The Eagles placed Mukuba (ankle) on injured reserve Wednesday, Chris McPherson of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Mukuba fractured his right ankle during the Eagles' 24-21 overtime loss to the Cowboys this past Sunday. His placement on IR means he'll be forced to miss at least the next four games, though considering he's undergoing surgery, it's unclear whether he'll be available to return this season, even if the Eagles qualify for the playoffs. Defensive coordinator Vic Fangio told reporters Wednesday that Sydney Brown is slated to start at safety alongside Reed Blankenship (thigh) in Mukuba's absence.
Nov 24, 2025
Fractures ankle
Mukuba is set to undergo surgery after fracturing his ankle in Sunday's 24-21 loss to the Cowboys, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
It's currently unclear whether Mukuba could return later this season, but per Rapoport, a decision is expected to be made during surgery. The rookie safety from Texas was having an impressive first year in the NFL, recording 46 total tackles, including 0.5 sacks, and three passes defensed, with two interceptions, over 11 games. While he remains sidelined for the foreseeable future, Sydney Brown is likely to operate as Philadelphia's top free safety.
Nov 23, 2025
Suffers injury late
Mukuba appeared to injure his right leg in the fourth quarter of the Eagles' 24-21 loss to the Cowboys on Sunday, Tim McManus of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Mukuba looked to suffer the injury while making a tackle on George Pickens within the final minute of the fourth quarter, and the injury was severe enough for the former to be carted to the locker room. Mukuba will undergo further tests to evaluate the severity of the injury, but the rookie second-rounder is facing an uphill battle to play on a shortened week, as the Eagles' next game takes place Friday against the Bears. Reed Blankenship (thigh) also left Sunday's game due to an injury, and with Marcus Epps (undisclosed) on injured reserve, Sydney Brown could emerge into a starting role at safety.
Oct 30, 2025
Finishes with two tackles
Mukuba recorded two tackles (one solo) in Sunday's 38-20 win over the Giants.
ANALYSIS
It was the rookie safety's least productive game from a tackle standpoint, though he still played on 87 percent of the defensive snaps. Mukuba has been on the field for at least 74 percent of Philadelphia's defensive snaps in every game this season. He has 37 tackles (21 solo), including 0.5 sacks, and three pass breakups, including two interceptions, on the year.
Oct 22, 2025
Picks off pass in Week 7 victory
Mukuba registered three tackles (one solo) and an interception Sunday in a 28-22 win against the Vikings.
ANALYSIS
Mukuba's biggest play was a second-quarter pickoff of Carson Wentz. The rookie safety logged every one of the Eagles' defensive snaps, as he's done in three of the past four games. On the campaign, Mukuba has tallied 35 tackles (including 0.5 sacks) and three defensed passes (including two interceptions).
Oct 10, 2025
Tallies seven stops
Mukuba recorded seven tackles (three solo) with one pass defensed in Thursday's 34-17 loss to the Giants.
ANALYSIS
Mukuba led the Eagles' defense with 66 defensive snaps, a 96 percent clip. That was enough for him to log a season-high seven tackles, although only three were solo. Mukuba should have the chance to make an increased impact as his rookie season continues.
Oct 7, 2025
Registers six stops vs. Denver
Mukuba logged six tackles (four solo) during the Eagles' 21-17 loss to the Broncos on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
For a second straight game, the rookie second-rounder posted six stops while playing every single defensive snap. Mukuba is now up to 25 tackles (16 solo) and one interception through the first five regular-season games of his NFL career.
Sep 30, 2025
Posts six stops Sunday
Mukuba recorded six tackles (four solo) Sunday in a 31-25 win against Tampa Bay in Week 4.
ANALYSIS
Mukuba finished third on Philadelphia in tackles in the victory. The rookie safety played 100 percent of the Eagles' defensive snaps for the first time and has now tallied 19 tackles (including 0.5 sacks) and an interception through four games.
Sep 15, 2025
Nabs first career interception
Mukuba recorded six total tackles (five solo), including 0.5 sacks, and one interception in Sunday's 20-17 win over the Chiefs.
ANALYSIS
The 2025 second-round pick from Texas appears to be emerging as another defensive star for the Eagles, having now recorded 10 total tackles, including 0.5 sacks, and one interception through his first two NFL games. Mukuba has been on the field for 91 of the Philadelphia's 113 defensive snaps this season, so it appears he's already established himself as one of the team's top safeties. The 22-year-old will look to build on his strong start when the Eagles face the Rams in Week 3.
Sep 5, 2025
Four tackles in NFL debut
Mukuba logged four tackles (three solo) during Thursday's 24-20 win over the Cowboys.
ANALYSIS
Mukuba overcame a lingering hamstring issue to make his NFL regular-season debut Thursday. The rookie second-rounder got the start at safety alongside Reed Blankenship, and Mukuba finished tied for fifth-most tackles on the team while playing 51 of 61 defensive snaps (83.6 percent). Mukuba and the Eagles' defense will be tested in their Week 2 matchup against the Chiefs on Sunday, Sept. 14 in a Super Bowl LIX rematch.
Sep 2, 2025
Past hamstring issue
Mukuba (hamstring) was a full participant in Tuesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Mukuba returned to practice Monday in a limited capacity while working through a lingering hamstring issue, but the rookie second-rounder was able to go through Tuesday's session without any restrictions. Barring any setbacks, Mukuba should be cleared to suit up in Thursday's regular-season opener against the Cowboys.
Sep 2, 2025
Gets in limited practice
Mukuba (hamstring) was a limited participant in Monday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Mukuba was seeing first-team snaps on defense early on in camp, but he's since dealt with shoulder and hamstring issues for the majority of the past month. Limited to start the practice week at least gives him a chance to be available for Thursday night's Week 1 opener against Dallas.
Aug 31, 2025
Returns to practice Sunday
Mukuba (hamstring) is suited up for practice Sunday, Eliot Shorr-Parks of Sports Radio 94 WIP Philadelphia reports.
ANALYSIS
Mukuba missed practice at the end of the week due to a hamstring issue, but the injury doesn't appear to be serious. While Mukuba is present and in uniform Sunday, it's not yet clear if he'll be limited at all during the session. The rookie second-round pick is slated for a rotational role at safety in his first NFL campaign.
Aug 28, 2025
Working through hamstring injury
Mukuba did not participate in Thursday's practice due to a hamstring injury, Andrew DiCecco of InsideTheBirds.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Mukuba was able to overcome a shoulder injury to participate in training camp practice, but he is now working through a hamstring issue that sidelined him for Thursday's session. The Eagles open the regular season against the Cowboys on Thursday, Sept. 4, so Mukuba's practice participation next week will factor into his chances of suiting up for Week 1. The rookie second-rounder is expected to serve in a rotational role at safety behind starters Reed Blankenship and Sydney Brown.
Aug 3, 2025
Back at practice
Mukuba (shoulder) was cleared to return to practice Sunday, Zach Berman of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Mukuba did not participate in practices this past week while nursing a shoulder injury, but he recovered enough to be given the green light to return for Sunday's session. The rookie second-round pick is competing for a starting spot at safety alongside Reed Blankenship, so Mukuba's return to the field is critical for his chances against the likes of Tristin McCollum and Sydney Brown.
Jul 28, 2025
Nursing shoulder injury
Mukuba did not participate in Monday's practice due to a shoulder injury, Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.
ANALYSIS
Mukuba may have picked up the injury during Saturday's practice, when he collided with Danny Gray in team drills. The severity of the injury hasn't been announced, but Mukuba will be limited to sideline work until he's fully recovered from his injury, which could impact his availability for the Eagles' preseason opener against the Bengals on Aug. 7. The rookie second-rounder is projected to start at safety alongside Reed Blankenship, so Mukuba's absence opens the door for Tristin McCollum and Sydney Brown to get more reps with the first-team defense.
Jul 24, 2025
Getting first-team reps
Mukuba was seeing first-team reps at safety Thursday, Brandon Lee Gowton of Bleeding Green Nation reports.
ANALYSIS
The 2025 second-round pick appears to be in a prime position to play meaningful snaps early in his career earning first-team reps in Philly's nickel defense. With Cooper DeJean reportedly moving all over the secondary, it will be interesting to see how Mukuba, who led the SEC in interceptions with five last year, continues to fit in the defensive plans.
Apr 25, 2025
Another value pick for Eagles
The Eagles selected Mukuba in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft, 64th overall.
ANALYSIS
Philadelphia continues to stockpile defensive talent at a discount in this draft. Mukuba was a solid player for three seasons at Clemson before transferring closer to home at the University of Texas, where he continued to develop as part of one of the country's best secondaries. He had five interceptions and 69 tackles in 2024 at Texas. At 5-foot-11 and 186 pounds, Mukuba is a bit undersized for an NFL safety, though he makes up for it with his instincts and his ability to punch above his weight class as a tackler. C.J. Gardner-Johnson's departure leaves snaps available for Mukuba as a rookie.
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