It’s trying much less probably that Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts will play on Sunday in opposition to the Dallas Cowboys.
In keeping with ESPN Eagles/NFL reporter Tim McManus, head coach Nick Sirianni stated “it is going to be robust for him to make it this week” when chatting with reporters about Hurts on Friday.
Sirianni confirmed that Hurts continues to be in concussion protocol after getting injured within the crew’s Week 16 loss to division-rival Washington. Hurts was hit by LB Frankie Luvu earlier than his head collided with the turf after a 13-yard run within the first quarter.
Though Hurts’ harm opens the door for backup QB Kenny Pickett to start out on Sunday, the third-year QB isn’t totally wholesome, both.
Pickett accomplished 14 of his 24 go makes an attempt for 143 yards with one landing and one interception in aid of Hurts vs. the Commanders. Pickett suffered a rib harm when he was taken down by Commanders LB Bobby Wagner late within the fourth quarter within the 36-33 loss.
Whereas Pickett is in line to start out if Hurts can not go, he won’t be 100%. Tanner McKee, the sixth-round pick of Stanford in 2023, would function Pickett’s backup.
The Eagles have the Cowboys (7-8) and New York Giants (2-13) remaining on their schedule, and each of these matchups are at dwelling. That isn’t a frightening process, however the well being of Hurts going ahead is essential towards Philadelphia’s success. Not solely has Hurts handed for two,903 yards and 18 touchdowns, however he has additionally rushed for 630 yards and a team-high 14 touchdowns on the bottom.
With the loss to Washington in Week 16, the Eagles (12-3) are one recreation again of the Detroit Lions (13-2) and Minnesota Vikings (13-2) for one of the best file within the NFC. Loads must go proper for Philadelphia to clinch one of the best file within the convention with solely two video games left to play.
The division race, nonetheless, is in favor of the Eagles. With a two-game lead over the Commanders (10-5), a win over the Cowboys on Sunday would clinch the NFC East title and home-field benefit for Philadelphia on Tremendous Wild Card weekend at least.
The stakes couldn’t be increased on Sunday because the Eagles attempt to clinch the division title with their star QB probably on the sidelines.
