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Eagles Offically Sign Young RB Star in Trade Amid Will Shipley's Injury, per Source

Philadelphia, September 9, 2025
Right after rookie running back Will Shipley suffered a rib injury in Week 1 against the Cowboys — an injury that could sideline him for the entire season — the Philadelphia Eagles wasted no time searching for reinforcements. By Monday, the front office had already pulled the trigger on a trade for Tank Bigsby from the Jacksonville Jaguars, adding both strength and depth to the backfield just as the new season gets underway.



Bigsby, only 24 years old, is coming off a breakout 2024 season in Jacksonville. He led the NFL with 2.69 yards after contact per carry and ranked fourth in Elusive Rating (106.8) — proof of his ability to absorb hits, maintain balance, and slip through tackles. Statistically, he posted 766 rushing yards and 7 touchdowns, highlighted by two 100-yard performances and several jaw-dropping runs that erased doubts from his uneven rookie year.

But Bigsby isn’t just a ground threat. He brings added value in the return game. Last season, he averaged 28.5 yards per kick return across 11 attempts, including a 38-yard return during the 2025 preseason. His résumé in special teams stretches back to his Auburn days, where as a freshman he logged 306 kick return yards, showcasing early his danger in open-field situations. With the NFL’s new kickoff rules placing greater emphasis on return plays — and with Shipley unavailable — Bigsby offers Philadelphia an immediate plug-in option.

The trade didn’t come without debate. To acquire him, the Eagles sent a 2026 fifth- and sixth-round pick to Jacksonville. Analysts at ESPN and CBS Sports have already questioned the price tag for a player projected as a RB2 or RB3, particularly since the team already rosters Saquon Barkley, last year’s Offensive Player of the Year with 345 carries, and veteran power back A.J. Dillon. Still, in the philosophy of Howie Roseman, depth and versatility outweigh the paper cost of draft capital.

For Philadelphia, this move is about more than numbers. It’s about refusing to leave any hole in the roster unaddressed. Tank Bigsby, a young runner with proven growth and upside, now has the chance to write his next chapter at Lincoln Financial Field. And if he replicates the bruising, tackle-breaking form he showed in Jacksonville, those yards after contact and goal-line bursts could have the Philly crowd roaring long into Sunday nights.

Chiefs Fan-Favourite WR Faces Family Tragedy After Week 5 Game as Military-Trained Skydiving Instructor Dies in Nashville
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is mourning a devastating personal loss following the team’s Week 5 matchup, as his cousin Justin Fuller, a respected military-trained skydiving instructor, died in a tragic tandem jump accident near Nashville. Fuller, 35, was fatally injured after becoming separated from his parachute harness mid-air during a jump organized by Go Skydive Nashville. His student survived after landing in a tree with the parachute deployed and was later rescued by firefighters. Police confirmed Fuller’s body was recovered in a wooded area off Ashland City Highway. The Nashville Fire Department called it “one of the most complex high-angle rescues in recent years,” commending its personnel for the effort. Justin Fuller, known by the nickname "Spidey," died after a tandem skydiving jump went wrong on Oct. 4, 2025, near Nashville, Tennessee.  (Facebook/Justin Fuller Spidey ) Fuller, known affectionately as “Spidey,” had completed more than 5,000 jumps and trained U.S. military personnel in advanced aerial maneuvers. Friends described him as “fearless, focused, and committed to lifting others higher — both in life and in the air.” Rice, who grew up admiring his cousin’s discipline and sense of purpose, has long credited that example with shaping his mental toughness and leadership on the field. A relative told local media, “Justin taught Rashee that strength isn’t being unbreakable — it’s standing firm when life hits hardest. That’s exactly how Rashee lives and plays today.” As a featured target in the Chiefs’ offense, Rice has earned complete trust for his short-to-intermediate separation, yards-after-catch power (YAC), and chemistry with quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Coaches describe him as “calm, focused, and mature beyond his years,” a disciplined route-runner who finds tight windows in the red zone. Through Week 5 of the 2025 season, Rice has no registered game statistics as he serves a league-issued six-game suspension to start the regular season; major stat services list no 2025 game logs to date.  The Kansas City Chiefs have provided time and private support for Rice and his family, ensuring he can grieve without team-related obligations. Teammates have stood beside him, honoring both his resilience and his family’s tradition of service. The FAA is investigating the incident, while messages commemorating “Spidey” continue to spread nationwide.“He taught others to fly — now he flies higher than all of us,” one tribute read. Rice kept his public remarks brief before leaving in the embrace of teammates:“Spidey always told me not to fear the height — only the moment you forget to look down and pull someone else up with you. This week, I’m playing for him.”