Tanner McKee has firmly stamped his claim as the Philadelphia Eagles’ backup quarterback after a standout performance against the New England Patriots, going 16-for-22 for 173 yards, two touchdowns, and a 125.8 passer rating. With Jalen Hurts as the starter and Andy Dalton struggling despite playing with top backups like Will Shipley and Darius Cooper, McKee’s decisiveness and pocket presence now put him in position for the No. 2 role. Has Dalton’s best football become a thing of the past, even as a backup?
Tanner McKee has firmly stamped his claim as the Philadelphia Eagles’ backup quarterback after a standout performance against the New England Patriots, going 16-for-22 for 173 yards, two touchdowns, and a 125.8 passer rating. With Jalen Hurts as the starter and Andy Dalton struggling despite playing with top backups like Will Shipley and Darius Cooper, McKee’s decisiveness and pocket presence now put him in position for the No. 2 role. Has Dalton’s best football become a thing of the past, even as a backup?
The Eagles’ wide receiver group appears set at five, with Hollywood Brown, DeVonta Smith, Makai Lemon, Dontayvion Wicks, and camp standout Darius Cooper leading the pack. The battle for a potential sixth spot is heating up, but injuries have sidelined Elijah Moore, while Britain Covey flashes with a timely touchdown. Will the Eagles gamble on extra tight end depth, or could one of the underdogs still force their way onto the final roster?