Overview
- Jalen Hurts was diagnosed with a deep vein thrombosis and bilateral pulmonary emboli and is expected to miss the season, prompting the Eagles to name Tanner McKee the full-time starter.
- Head coach Nick Sirianni publicly endorsed offensive coordinator Sean Mannion to remain the play-caller on Wednesday, rejecting an immediate wholesale change at that role.
- Mannion said the offense’s problems are “fixable,” that he will tailor game plans to McKee’s strengths, and that McKee’s quick processing and release give the staff a workable foundation.
- The Eagles rank among the NFL’s worst in key metrics, with clear breakdowns on under-center play-action and blitz protection that have driven poor yards, scoring, and success-rate numbers.
- The club made short-term roster moves, added running back Elijah Mitchell to the practice squad, and plans to use Hurts as a consultative presence while injuries and personnel gaps limit any midseason overhaul.