Eagles elevate Tanner McKee to No. 2 quarterback

Andy Dalton drops to the emergency role against the Rams.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 3h1 min read

Reported on @NFLGameDay Kickoff: The #Eagles are flipping backup QBs today against the #Rams, sources say. Tanner McKee Via @MikeGarafolo on X

What happened: Philadelphia flipped the order of its reserves behind starter Jalen Hurts on Sunday, according to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo. The pregame adjustment changes the first player off the bench.

Why it matters: The decision places McKee one snap away from the field. Coaches opted to shuffle the sideline hierarchy as the offense looks to steady its execution.

By the numbers: Philadelphia enters the matchup at 2-4 and averages 16.0 points per game. The Los Angeles defense allows 15.5 points per contest.

What to watch: Hurts will direct the unit as the team attempts to secure a road victory.

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@MikeGarafolo 2026-10-04T12:35:10.891656+00:00

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