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Injuries: Carson Wentz has hairline rib fracture

The Philadelphia Eagles announced their first-round pick Carson Wentz suffered a hairline fracture in his ribs during the team's preseason opener versus the Buccaneers.

"Carson felt some discomfort and soreness as we began this morning's practice," Eagles coach Doug Pederson said. "We decided to limit him throughout the remainder of practice and, as a precaution, sent him for a CT scan after practice. The scan revealed a hairline fracture in his ribs. We do not know an exact timetable for his return, but we hope to have him back before the end of the preseason.