Coverage dated October 15, 2026

Tanner McKee’s first high-stakes moment as Eagles starting quarterback comes Sunday: ‘You have to be ready’

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McKee will work with the No. 1 offense after Jalen Hurts was ruled out due to a superficial blood clot in his calf.

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    Tanner McKee will start Sunday in place of the injured Jalen Hurts. Here’s everything to know about the Birds’ backup QB. (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    McKee, 26, will get his third career start on Sunday against the Carolina Panthers. "The Mormon Missile" has impressed in previous opportunities with the Birds.

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    Tanner McKee’s first high-stakes moment as Eagles starting quarterback comes Sunday: ‘You have to be ready’ (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    McKee will work with the No. 1 offense after Jalen Hurts was ruled out due to a superficial blood clot in his calf.

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