The Philadelphia Eagles are being forced to pivot quickly after it was revealed starting quarterback Jalen Hurts has been sidelined with a blood clot. News about Hurts’ condition was announced on Thursday, October 15, just days before the Eagles host the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, October 18. Tanner McKee is the Eagles backup quarterback and, at least for the moment, appears to be the chosen one to fill in for Hurts, 28, while he’s out. The Eagles drafted McKee, 26, in the sixth round of the 2023 NFL Draft out of Stanford. Dodgers’ Alex Call Complains About ‘Half-Nake...
Who Is the Philadelphia Eagles' Backup Quarterback Amid Jalen Hurts News?
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Oct 16, 2026 • 1 week ago
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