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There's a quarterback connendrum on the Philadelphia Eagles, and it doesn't involve the starting quarterback. Thanks to Jalen Hurts, that hasn't been a problem in years.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / September 10

Kerr: Eagles Are Hiding The Backup QB For A Reason -- They Don't Have One

Nick Sirianni knew the question was coming. He didn't hesitate to give the answer. Who's the backup quarterback? "We don't have to make that decision quite yet or announce that decision," Sirianni said.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Athlon Sports / September 4

Tanner McKee's Time With the Eagles May Be Running Out Before Midseason

There is little doubt that Jalen Hurts is entrenched as the top quarterback on the Philadelphia Eagles depth chart heading into the 2026 campaign. But who would take over that role if Hurts goes down with an injury?

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The '100-receiving-yard playoff debuts' quiz

How many of the NFL players with at least 100 receiving yards in their first-career postseason game can you name in eight minutes?

The 'NFL QB playoff debut-winners' quiz

The 'Single-season TD record by NFL team' quiz

The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / August 31

Why The Eagles Kept Four Quarterbacks, And Why It Might Stay Like It Is

Why keep four quarterbacks? That seems to be the most commonly asked question on social media. That’s followed by, “Yeah, but why these four?” Think about it.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Philadelphia Eagles News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 31

Eagles must make this QB trade after keeping 4 on 53-man roster

The Philadelphia Eagles spent much of training camp trying to determine the separation between Tanner McKee and Andy Dalton. The clearest indication came

Philadelphia Eagles News / A to Z Sports / August 29

Tanner McKee’s preseason collapse leaves Eagles with a real backup quarterback problem

Philly missed some good opportunities to move McKee last year, and now it seems like his value has plummeted. What happened to the Mormon Missile? I was

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / August 28

Eagles-Bengals: Studs And Duds At Halftime Of Final Preseason Game

The Eagles’ backup quarterback battle went into the final preseason game. Tanner McKee started for the first time this summer. Andy Dalton was the backup.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 24

Odell Beckham Jr., other NFC East players who need to impress before cutdown day

All 32 teams are set to cut their 90-man training camp rosters down to 53 players by Sunday at 6 p.m.

Cowboys urged to cut ties with once-promising edge-rusher Sam Williams

Giants co-owner Chris Mara comments on major Jaxson Dart concern

Cowboys HC Brian Schottenheimer hasn't determined winner of QB2 battle, but answer looks clear

Three backup quarterbacks who could start for new teams in 2027

The 'Most TD-catches in a season by team' quiz

Philadelphia Eagles News / Pro Football Rumors / August 22

Eagles Undecided On Backup QB

Throughout the offseason, Andy Dalton and Tanner McKee have vied for the Eagles’ backup quarterback spot. A decision on Philadelphia’s depth chart under center will soon need to be made, but it remains to be seen how things will shake out.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Athlon Sports / August 9

Eagles' QB2 Battle Is Still Too Close to Call

One of the key training camp battles for the Philadelphia Eagles was who would be the backup for Jalen Hurts: Tanner McKee or Andy Dalton. While Dalton currently has the slight edge, the race is not over just yet.

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Viral Sports News / August 6

Eagles Slammed With Awful News on Trade Market

Tanner McKee’s standing with the Philadelphia Eagles has taken a noticeable hit this summer, a sharp reversal from the optimism that once surrounded the young quarterback.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 4

NFC Notes: Jayden Daniels, Tanner McKee, Commanders, Cowboys, Eagles

Commanders HC Dan Quinn gave a glowing review of QB Jayden Daniels, praising his elite accuracy above all else: “It’s the location of the throw. It’s one of his super powers, is the accuracy.

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The '100-receiving-yard playoff debuts' quiz

The 'Multiple 30/30 MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Active NFL catch leaders' quiz

The '4K-yard, 30-TD NFL seasons' quiz

Philadelphia Eagles News / Pro Football Rumors / July 18

No Indications Of Tanner McKee Trade Amid QB2 Battle

A few weeks after the Eagles fell disappointingly short in their efforts to retain their status as Super Bowl Champions, Zach Berman of The Athletic laid out the blueprint of an offseason plan for how the team might work their way back to the pinnacle of the sport.

Philadelphia Eagles News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 24

Potential Trade Destinations For Eagles QB Tanner McKee

Last week, the Eagles traded for Panthers QB Andy Dalton in a deal that was humble on the surface. However, it was the proverbial canary in the coal mine

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / February 26

Eagles Suddenly Look Far More Likely to Keep Tanner McKee

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Tanner McKee is someone who has gotten some early trade buzz this offseason. That shouldn't really surprise anyone. McKee has just one more season of control after being selected in the sixth round of the 2023 National Football League Draft by Philadelphia.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Yardbarker / January 18

New Jalen Hurts drama may hover over Eagles after bombshell update

It seems that Hurts could become the subject of some interesting stories for the second offseason in three years.

Nick Sirianni opens up about changes coming to Eagles offense

Former Eagle Chris Long blasts Hurts, Sirianni after Kevin Patullo decision

Eagles arrange Zac Robinson OC interview

Eagles' Howie Roseman doesn't shut door on rumored A.J. Brown trade

Raiders need to swoop in if Eagles trade vaunted pass-rusher

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / January 5

Hype Turns To Reality: Eagles' Tanner McKee Is A Good Backup

For the second straight season, Tanner McKee’s Week 18 cameo followed a similar script with the strong-armed, third-year player starting fast and finishing flat.

Philadelphia Eagles News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 1

Eagles QB Tanner McKee Starting Week 18

Eagles QB Tanner McKee said he is set to start Week 18 against the Commanders, per Jeff McLane. Philadelphia has decided to stash Jalen Hurts for the

Philadelphia Eagles News / Pro Football Rumors / August 22, 2025

Eagles not planning to move this QB despite likely trade interest

The Eagles did not see much from Kenny Pickett last year, and the team traded the ex-Steelers first-rounder after one season. Tanner McKee served as a central reason for Pickett’s Philadelphia one-and-done.

Eagles wideout to undergo season-ending surgery

Eagles RB Saquon Barkley has concern after losing key blocker for season

Who does Barkley think is NFL's most talented RB?

Eagles' Saquon Barkley blasts narrative about 'prime' coming off award-winning season

Philadelphia Eagles News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 19, 2025

Eagles Could Get Trade Interest In Backup QB Tanner McKee

Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer expects the Eagles to get trade interest in backup QB Tanner McKee, who has been impressive this preseason. At the same time, Breer doesn’t think the Eagles would trade McKee unless they got a really strong return. The former sixth-round pick out of Stanford has worked his way up to be Philadelphia’s No.