Nick Foles Injury: Updates on Eagles Star's Clavicle and Return

Nick Foles has been recovering from a broken clavicle suffered in Week 9 against the Houston Texans. Despite his absence, backup quarterback Mark Sanchez has filled in admirably for the Eagles and has continued the team's success.

Foles is progressing, but still not cleared to play. He is out in Week 17 and his season is over.

Continue for updates.

Monday, Dec. 22

Foles Will Not Play in Week 17

Eliot Shorr-Parks of NJ.com confirmed that Nick Foles will not play in Week 17, ending his season.

Saturday, Dec. 20

Foles Inactive vs. Redskins 

The Eagles announce Foles is officially out in Week 16:

Wednesday, Dec. 17

Kelly Speaks on Foles' Status

Chip Kelly spoke about Nick Foles' status as he continues to recover from a clavicle injury, via Eagles Insider and Eliot Shorr-Parks of NJ.com:

Tuesday, Dec. 16

Foles' Shoulder Remains Broken, Likely Out for Regular Season

Howard Eskin of Fox 29 in Philadelphia has an update on Foles: 

Monday, Dec. 15

Broken Bone Not Healed, Foles Not Cleared

Chip Kelly confirmed that Nick Foles, who has not played since Week 9 with a broken clavicle, has not fully healed and will not be cleared for Philadelphia's game in Week 16, via Tim McManus of 97.5 The Fanatic.

Sunday, Dec. 14

Foles Inactive For Week 15

Eric Galko of Sporting News confirms Nick Foles will be inactive tonight against the Dallas Cowboys:

After the game, Chip Kelly provided an update on Foles' status via Conor Orr of NFL.com:

The Eagles won't rush his return according to Jeff McLane of The Philadelphia Inquirer: 

Sunday, Dec. 7

Foles Inactive for Week 14

As expected, Foles is unavailable for the team's game against the Seahawks:

Monday, Dec. 1

Foles Not Cleared to Return Yet

The Eagles provided a statement from head coach Chip Kelly discussing Foles' recovery: 

Friday, Nov. 28

Foles Healing Normally

Jeff McLane of the Philadelphia Inquirer has an update on Foles' recovery:

Monday, Nov. 3

Chip Kelly Speaks, Foles' Recovery Time Announced

Chip Kelly spoke about Nick Foles' status following his injury on Sunday, via Dave Spadaro of PhiladelphiaEagles.com and the Eagles:

Jeff McLane of The Philadelphia Inquirer reported on the recovery time for Foles:

Sunday, Nov. 2

Foles Exits vs. Texans with Serious Injury

Jeff McLane of The Philadelphia Inquirer passed along the news of Foles' injury:  

Foles was later ruled out for the game, via the Eagles:

Mike Garafolo of Fox Sports reported more on the possible nature of the injury:

Derrick Gunn of Comcast SportsNet Philadelphia provided an update after the team's win:

Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports speculates on how much time Foles could potentially miss: 

Mark Sanchez took over the first-team reins for Foles, via Eagles Insider: 

Last year, Foles had one of the better second seasons for a quarterback in recent memory. So this injury has to be frustrating, as he is still looking to prove he can consistently perform at that level. The former Arizona star took over for Michael Vick full time in Week 5 last season and did not look back. He threw for 2,891 yards and 27 touchdowns against just two interceptions, leading the NFL with a 119.2 quarterback rating.

Even the advanced metrics backed Foles up. Only Peyton Manning defeated him in Football Outsiders' DVOA rankings, and Pro Football Focus (subscription required) actually graded him a smidgen better than the five-time league MVP.

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Chip Kelly's system emphasized Foles' strengths by forcing him to get the ball out early and make quick reads. During his rookie campaign in Andy Reid's more complicated system, Foles looked flummoxed when under pressure or asked to go to his third and fourth progressions. Kelly eliminated the need with his rule-based looks and simplified nearly everything.

The result saw Foles become one of the league's best downfield and intermediate passers. Despite his smaller sample size, Foles tied for second behind Drew Brees in touchdown passes that traveled at least 20 yards in the air; nearly three-quarters of his passes were deemed catchable, and he even showed marked improvements under pressure (h/t Pro Football Focus).

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