Was Eagles' Most Glaring Disappointment This Preseason (And What I Would Do Playing Howie Roseman)

In Philadelphia’s preseason, the Eagles’ backup-quarterback situation produced little clarity. Across 17 training-camp practices and three preseason games, neither Tanner McKee nor Andy Dalton convinced the team they should be QB2 behind Jalen Hurts. As the competition dragged on, it also limited opportunities for fifth-round rookie Cole Payton, who barely saw the field. The latest two weeks played out with Dalton listed as QB2 but struggling, then McKee getting the QB2 look and also struggling, while Payton mostly watched. The article argues GM Howie Roseman needs to act—cutting McKee and trading Dalton, or acquiring another QB2—because no internal option appears ready.