The Eagles held onto Andre Dillard this summer, choosing not to trade their backup left tackle and a former first-round pick.
Dillard is the insurance policy for star left tackle Jordan Mailata, but his availability could be questioned after he suffered a forearm fracture in Thursday’s practice.
#Eagles T Andre Dillard suffered a nondisplaced fracture in his forearm in practice today, sources say. Further testing is needed to determine the best course of action and timeline for a return but the expectation is Dillard will be available for a majority of the season.
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) September 1, 2022
According to OrthoInfo, the length of time Dillard will out depends on the severity of the fracture.
A stable fracture may require 3 to 4 weeks in a cast. A more severe fracture may need to be immobilized for 6 to 10 weeks.
Dillard is in the final year of his rookie deal, and his talent as a reserve plays a significant part in the Eagles having the best offensive line and the top depth in the NFL.
