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Philadelphia Eagles roster and quarterback developments

Overview

During the Philadelphia Eagles training camp and preseason, the team has focused on roster depth and quarterback competition. Early reports highlighted wide receiver Darius Cooper as a standout performer and noted uncertainty regarding veteran quarterback Andy Dalton’s roster status, with suggestions that Dalton or Tanner McKee could be traded if the team finds viable depth.

As the preseason progressed, the Eagles made several personnel changes, including signing Brandon Hayes and Zeke Carroll, and waiving wide receiver Johnny Wilson with an injury designation. Head coach Nick Sirianni confirmed that the competition for the backup quarterback position remains active between Dalton and McKee, noting that while Dalton has received more snaps due to his experience, McKee has remained competitive following recent touchdown performances.

Entities

Andy Dalton · Philadelphia Eagles · Darius Cooper · Nick Sirianni · Johnny Wilson

Timeline

  1. 21 days ago

    [SPORTS] 14 sources
    NFL preseason updates: Eagles roster moves and QB competition

    NFL preseason action continues with the Philadelphia Eagles waiving WR Johnny Wilson due to injury and maintaining a quarterback competition between Andy Dalton and Tanner McKee.

  2. 29 days ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Philadelphia Eagles training camp sees roster shifts and standout performances

    Philadelphia Eagles training camp features a potential trade scenario for veteran QB Andy Dalton and a breakout performance from wide receiver Darius Cooper.

Sources

bleedinggreennation.com · elitesportsny.com · fanSided.com · goodgardeners.com · jetnation.com · milehighreport.com · nbcsports.com · nbcsports1060.com · nmsport.cz · patspulpit.com · si.com · silverandblackpride.com · sportsnaut.com · vsin.com