Eagles Keep Backup QB Decision Under Wraps Ahead of Opener

Eagles Remain Tight-Lipped on Backup Quarterback Choice

Last week, Howie Roseman, the General Manager of the Philadelphia Eagles, refrained from revealing who will serve as Jalen Hurts’ backup quarterback. This week, the team continues to withhold that information.

Depth Chart Insights

In the depth chart released for their upcoming Week 1 matchup against the Washington Commanders, both Tanner McKee and Andy Dalton are listed as the second-string quarterbacks. Rookie Cole Payton appears on the third team.

Player Backgrounds

• Tanner McKee: He has been with the Eagles for three seasons and has started in Week 18 during the last two years.
• Andy Dalton: Acquired via trade with the Carolina Panthers this offseason, Dalton brings a wealth of starting experience from five different teams.

Future Announcements

If head coach Nick Sirianni does not identify a definitive No. 2 quarterback this week, the decision is expected to be revealed when the inactive list is published 90 minutes before Sunday’s kickoff. The Eagles will be hoping that the chosen backup will not be called into action during critical moments of the season.

Source Reference (nbcsports.com): Eagles depth chart doesn’t name a backup to Jalen Hurts