From NBC Sports · · 50s
Tanner McKee ready for Eagles opportunity
Tanner McKee prepares to make first start after Jalen Hurts injury.
In brief
Tanner McKee prepares to make first start after Jalen Hurts injury. Tanner McKee, Eagles' backup QB, ready to start against Panthers after Jalen Hurts' calf injury. Originally reported by NBC Sports.
Tanner McKee
Tanner McKee fell to No. 3 on depth chart before Week 1 but moved to No. 2 ahead of Week 6.
“Every opportunity that you get to play is a huge opportunity”
Jalen Hurts injury
Jalen Hurts out for Week 6 due to calf blood clot with unclear return timeline.
McKee's readiness
McKee says he's ready to make most of his opportunity as sixth-round pick.
“Every opportunity is a huge opportunity. I'm obviously very excited and ready to make the most of it”
Eagles' situation
Eagles have multiple injuries beyond Hurts' calf issue for backup QB.
Week 6 game
McKee set to start against Panthers in Week 6 after Eagles clinched postseason spot.
The key point
Tanner McKee, Eagles' backup QB, ready to start against Panthers after Jalen Hurts' calf injury.
