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The Eagles’ bid to name a clear No. 2 quarterback remained unresolved after a 24-7 preseason loss to the Ravens. Andy Dalton and Tanner McKee offered little on eight drives, totaling 77 yards and no points, while fifth-round rookie Cole Payton sparked the lone scoring drive. Head coach Nick Sirianni called the game vanilla but stressed the competition isn’t decided and will continue next week.
Day 5 of Eagles camp was hot and uneven as Lane Johnson, DeVonta Smith and Makai Lemon sat out; Markel Bell got first-team RT reps with Johnson out. Tanner McKee led the second-team QB reps and had his best day of camp, while Jalen Hurts struggled on deep shots, including an interception by Michael Carter on a pass intended for Hollywood Brown. Dontayvion Wicks had multiple solid catches, a red-zone moment with Darius Cooper nearly ruled in but went out of bounds, and the defense held its own, highlighting ongoing work on offensive rhythm during a 1 hour 50 minute practice.
An Eagles-only mock draft envisions trading Tanner McKee to the Jets for the 44th overall pick and then loading up on offense with picks like Clemson OT Blake Miller and Georgia Tech OG Keyland Rutledge, plus a Clemson WR, a Georgia TE, and a later QB development prospect, while also picking several defensive pieces and a Day 3 project to fit a faster, more versatile offensive scheme.
Dallas Goedert is out for the Eagles' game against the Chiefs due to a knee injury, while Tanner McKee is questionable after limited practice. Other players like Will Shipley and Cameron Williams are also ruled out due to injuries.
The Eagles-Browns preseason game highlights include the showcasing of quarterback Tanner McKee, potential roster decisions for Dorian Thompson-Robinson and Kyle McCord, competition among cornerbacks and safeties, and battles for roster spots in various positional groups, with the game serving as a key evaluation point for the Eagles' upcoming season.
Tanner McKee, a promising backup quarterback for the Eagles, has shown significant potential in preseason and regular season games, making him an invaluable asset for the team’s Super Bowl aspirations, especially given the unpredictable nature of football where injuries can necessitate a reliable backup.
Tanner McKee has established himself as a starting-caliber backup quarterback for the Eagles, impressing in preseason games with efficient play and key performances, solidifying his role as Jalen Hurts' backup and a valuable asset for the team.
The Philadelphia Eagles continue to prioritize the quarterback position, selecting Stanford quarterback Tanner McKee in the sixth round of the NFL draft. Despite already having Jalen Hurts and Marcus Mariota on the roster, the Eagles believe in the importance of having depth at the position, citing the San Francisco 49ers' experience last season. McKee is a pocket passer with a big arm and will compete with Ian Book for the third quarterback job. The Eagles have a history of drafting quarterbacks in the late rounds or signing them as undrafted free agents, and if McKee develops, he could eventually become the backup quarterback.