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NegativeInjuryNov 6, 2026
Tanner McKee is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants with a rib injury. His status bears monitoring as the Eagles prepare for the divisional matchup.NegativeInjuryNov 6, 2026
Listed as QUESTIONABLE for Week 9 with a rib injury. McKee was full in practice on Wednesday with a chest injury, then limited on Thursday and Friday due to the rib injury. The source speculates the Eagles may make him the emergency third quarterback behind starter Joe Milton and backup Cole Payton.NegativeRoleNov 6, 2026
Tanner McKee was benched in favor of Joe Milton for this week's start and is questionable with a rib injury, limiting his availability as a backup option.NegativeProjectionNov 6, 2026
Ranked 39th among dynasty quarterbacks with a trade value of 16; backup QB with minimal dynasty value.NegativeRoleNov 6, 2026
McKee has been benched and replaced by Joe Milton at quarterback for the Eagles, who are dealing with a rash of injuries and have switched from McKee to Milton amid a six-game losing streak and organizational turmoil.NegativeDepth ChartNov 6, 2026
McKee is among Eagles players perceived by other teams to be available for trade; he is an impending free agent and the Eagles are exploring what they can get for him as the team navigates a six-game losing streak and potential sell-off of contract-year veterans.NegativeRoleNov 6, 2026
McKee lost all three of his starts while playing with practice squad running backs and backup receivers behind a makeshift offensive line in a nonsensical scheme. His style of play is not capable of elevating players around him, and he cannot make off-schedule plays when circumstances aren't pristine. The Eagles demoted him after promoting Joe Milton to starter.NegativeRoleNov 6, 2026
McKee was expected to start for the Eagles but has been benched after underwhelming in his opportunity; he lost three straight starts and failed to exceed 215 passing yards in any of them, despite beating the Giants in the 2024 season finale with 269 yards and two scores.NegativeRoleNov 6, 2026
McKee has been replaced by Joe Milton as the Eagles' starting quarterback. He completed 63.2% of his passes for 638 yards with a pair of touchdowns and interceptions before being benched.NegativeRoleNov 6, 2026
McKee is being replaced by Joe Milton as the Eagles' starting quarterback for Week 9. Milton has more ability to avoid pressure than McKee, which is relevant given the Eagles' struggles against blitzes (60.6% pressure rate, highest in NFL) and the Giants' aggressive blitzing scheme.NegativeRoleNov 6, 2026
Tanner McKee was benched this week after going 0-3 as the Eagles' starting quarterback following Jalen Hurts' injury.NegativeInjuryNov 6, 2026
Downgraded from full participation Wednesday with chest injury to limited with rib injury Thursday; the source speculates the injury may be embellished to stealth bench McKee as emergency third quarterback, potentially positioning Cole Payton as No. 2.NegativeRoleNov 6, 2026
Tanner McKee started the past three games for the Eagles but went 0-3 as the team ran their losing streak to six games, leading to his replacement by Joe Milton for the upcoming start against the Giants.NegativeUsageNov 5, 2026
Tanner McKee threw a 34-yard pass to Eli Stowers on the final snap of the Eagles' game against Washington, which was the longest pass play of McKee's career. McKee also connected with Stowers on a seven-yard completion for a first down in the third quarter, showing early chemistry with the rookie tight end.PositiveInjuryNov 5, 2026
Quarterback Tanner McKee (chest) was a full participant in practice.NegativeRoleNov 5, 2026
McKee was benched after three starts with a 0-3 record, two touchdowns to two interceptions, and a 76.6 passer rating; the Eagles were not in love with him from the start, having drafted him as a third-string option behind Andy Dalton.NegativeRoleNov 5, 2026
McKee has been benched as the Eagles' starting quarterback after going 0-3 as a starter this season with two touchdowns to two interceptions and a 76.6 passer rating; he was not exactly helped by the coaching staff or injuries to key offensive starters, and the Eagles were not in love with him after he began the season as the team's third quarterback.NegativeProjectionNov 5, 2026
Tanner McKee is not exactly fleet of foot and Philadelphia's offensive line struggles to protect him, creating challenges for the Eagles' offense in Week 9 against the Giants.NegativeRoleNov 5, 2026
Eagles backup quarterback lost all three of his starts this season; replaced by Joe Milton for Week 9 start vs. Giants after Jalen Hurts went on injured reserve.NegativeProjectionNov 5, 2026
McKee has thrown 53 career passes compared to Milton's 202; his longest career completion is a 34-yarder to Eli Stowers on the final play of a loss to the Commanders. McKee's career averages are 6.1 yards per attempt and 9.8 yards per completion, compared to Milton's 8.0 yards per attempt and 11.5 yards per completion.NegativeProjectionNov 5, 2026
McKee has played three games and results are not good; he has yet to post a passer rating of 80 or higher in his three starts (80 is mediocre), hasn't completed a pass of 25 yards to a wide receiver, and fumbled late in the third quarter near midfield when the Eagles were down three. The source states McKee is not making plays when he has opportunities and the Eagles need more than he is capable of giving them.NegativeRoleNov 5, 2026
McKee will remain the Eagles' starting quarterback despite a 0-3 record in his three starts this season. He has completed 63.2% of his passes for 638 yards with 2 touchdowns and 2 interceptions through eight games. In Sunday's loss to the Commanders, McKee was sacked five times, fumbled once, and struggled with pocket awareness. Sirianni stated 'Tanner's our guy. We're not making any changes there,' indicating McKee will start Week 9 against the Giants before the Eagles' bye week, though the team is searching for offensive solutions within scheme and practice plays.NegativeInjuryNov 4, 2026
Listed as full participation on Wednesday with chest injury, a new addition to the report; the source notes this development comes at the same time McKee is reportedly being benched for Joe Milton III, and the Eagles are being unclear about their QB situation, with players claiming Milton and McKee split reps at practice.NegativeRoleNov 4, 2026
Tanner McKee is being benched after starting the last three games for the Eagles. McKee, 26, has completed 63.2% of his passes for 114 yards with 2 touchdowns and 2 interceptions this season and 'really struggled with pocket awareness in the loss to the Commanders on Sunday in Washington.' Despite head coach Nick Sirianni saying on Monday 'Tanner's our guy. We're not making any changes there,' the Eagles made the switch to Joe Milton just two days later, indicating McKee's poor performance and decision-making forced the change.NegativeRoleNov 4, 2026
Tanner McKee will not start for the Eagles on Sunday; Joe Milton has been named the starter instead, continuing the Eagles' quarterback instability with their third different starter of the season.NegativeRoleNov 4, 2026
McKee has been benched as the Eagles' starting quarterback after going 0-3 as a starter with two touchdowns to two interceptions and a 76.6 passer rating. The source notes he wasn't helped by coaching staff or offensive injuries, but the Eagles were never fully committed to him—he began the season as the third quarterback behind Andy Dalton. The team signed Joe Milton from the Dallas Cowboys' practice squad to replace him.NegativeRoleNov 4, 2026
Tanner McKee has started the last three games for the Eagles and is 0-3 in that stretch, completing 63.2% of his passes with 2 touchdowns and 2 interceptions. The Eagles have lost their last three games by a combined 45-90 points. McKee is a relatively immobile pocket passer and has been benched in favor of Joe Milton III.NegativeRoleNov 4, 2026
Tanner McKee is being benched after filling in as the Eagles' starter since Week 6 when Jalen Hurts was sidelined by blood clots. McKee's tenure has been unsuccessful: the Eagles are 0-3 in his starts, extending an ongoing skid to six games. In Sunday night's 27-10 loss to the Washington Commanders, McKee threw for 212 yards and an interception on 23-of-32 passing. For the season, he has thrown for 638 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions.NegativeRoleNov 4, 2026
Tanner McKee is being benched after starting all three games since Jalen Hurts was placed on injured reserve; the Eagles lost all three of those contests, prompting the quarterback change to Joe Milton.NegativeRoleNov 4, 2026
McKee is being benched after three games as the Eagles' backup quarterback. In those three games, the Eagles lost all three, and McKee posted 638 passing yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions. He was promoted to backup after the Eagles released Andy Dalton when Jalen Hurts was injured.NegativeProjectionNov 4, 2026
McKee has struggled significantly in three starts filling in for Hurts, with the Eagles ranking 32nd in yards per play (4.2), 31st in yards per attempt (5.6), and 29th in offensive points per game (15.0). McKee has completed 63.2% of his passes for 638 yards with 2 TD, 2 INT, and a 76.6 passer rating; he ranks 31st out of 32 qualified quarterbacks in yards per attempt (5.6) and 26th in passer rating. He couldn't beat out Andy Dalton for the QB2 job in the offseason, highlighting the massive drop-off from Hurts.NegativeProjectionNov 4, 2026
McKee is not good enough to be a starting quarterback in the league; he is slow in his progressions and has no mobility to get out of trouble. Against the Commanders, McKee finished 23-of-34 for 212 yards with 0 TD, 1 INT, a 72.2 passer rating, and a lost fumble in the second half (two giveaways total), with 46 passing yards coming in garbage time in the final minute.NegativeRoleNov 4, 2026
Eagles quarterback forced to start due to team's 2-6 record and six-game losing streak; his presence at quarterback may incentivize Philadelphia to acquire draft capital via trades before the deadline.NegativeProjectionNov 4, 2026
The source reports that Tanner McKee has not transformed the Eagles offense despite starting in recent games. The offense remains the same with the same limitations and very little downfield passing game, and the source explicitly states that McKee hasn't played well, indicating that the quarterback change has not improved the team's offensive performance.PositiveRoleNov 3, 2026
Tanner McKee enters the starting lineup under center for the Eagles following Jalen Hurts' placement on injured reserve and the release of Andy Dalton.PositiveProjectionNov 3, 2026
Ranked #29 in Week 9 fantasy quarterback rankings for home matchup vs. New York Giants.NegativeProjectionNov 3, 2026
McKey isn't going to win many ballgames for the Eagles, making 2026 a lost cause; the team should focus on trading rentals and upside players for additional draft capital rather than competing.NegativeProjectionNov 3, 2026
Posted a QBR of 30.7 after starting and losing three games for Philadelphia; performance is below the 25 replacement-level threshold, indicating poor quarterback play in emergency situations.NegativeRoleNov 3, 2026
Eagles coach Nick Sirianni confirmed that Tanner McKee will remain the starting quarterback despite the team's six-game losing streak and 2-6 record. The Eagles are averaging 17.1 points per game this season, ranking 30th in the NFL.NegativeRoleNov 3, 2026
McKee is the current backup quarterback in place of Jalen Hurts. The source notes that if McKee continues to struggle, there is intrigue around Joe Milton getting a chance, suggesting McKee's hold on the backup role is not secure.NegativeProjectionNov 3, 2026
McKee has not transformed the Eagles offense; it remains the same with the same limitations and very little downfield passing game. The source notes McKee hasn't played well and that changing the quarterback was never going to solve the Eagles' systemic offensive problems. McKee produced +0.30 EPA per pass play from a clean pocket but -0.95 under pressure in this game. The source maintains that no quarterback would look good consistently in this situation, and would expect McKee to look better in a proper scheme with protection that could handle pressure.NegativeMatchupNov 3, 2026
McKee played all 69 snaps against the Commanders but faced constant pressure, being sacked five times as the blitz kept getting home. This matchup exposure highlights the Eagles' offensive line struggles and McKee's vulnerability in the pocket.NegativeRoleNov 3, 2026
Tanner McKee will remain the starting quarterback for the Eagles despite the team losing six in a row and ranking 30th in the NFL in points per game (17.1 ppg). Head coach Nick Sirianni confirmed "Tanner's our guy. We're not making any changes there," indicating McKee will continue as the starter with Jalen Hurts out for the year. McKee has started the past three games, completing 63.2% of his passes for 639 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions.NegativeMatchupNov 2, 2026
Tanner McKee was under pressure all night from the Commanders' defense, which generated pressure on 46.5% of drop backs (a season-high) with 10 pressures and a sack coming on 12 blitzes; the defense's 83.3% pressure rate on blitzes was the second-highest by any defense in a game this season. McKee was kept under 200 yards in passing until the final play of the game.NegativeRoleNov 2, 2026
McKee is filling in as the Eagles' backup quarterback following Hurts' season-ending blood clot injury. The source describes him as 'overmatched' in the role, suggesting he is not equipped to lead the Eagles' offense at an NFL-starting level.NegativeRoleNov 2, 2026
Tanner McKee's performance in the Eagles' loss to Washington (212 yards, 1 interception, 5 sacks) raises questions about a potential quarterback change, as the Eagles have lost six straight games and sit at 2-6 in last place in the NFC East.NegativeMatchupNov 2, 2026
Eagles backup quarterback Tanner McKee was sacked five times and passed for only 212 yards with one interception against the Commanders' defense, which generated pressure on 46.5% of dropbacks—a season high. The source notes the Commanders' defensive line hounded McKee all night and held Philadelphia to 3.4 yards per play until late completions boosted that average to 3.9.NegativeRoleNov 2, 2026
McKee is the Eagles quarterback and appears to have limited trust in the receiving corps beyond Makai Lemon, who is described as the only wide receiver McKee seems to trust.NegativeProjectionNov 2, 2026
McKee lost out to Andy Dalton in the QB2 battle for a reason. There is enough tape in the three games to demonstrate McKee isn't good enough to be a starting quarterback in the league. Even with the offensive line decimated by injuries, McKee is slow in his progressions and has no mobility to get out of trouble. Against the Commanders, McKee finished 23-of-34 for 212 yards with 0 TD, 1 INT, a 72.2 passer rating, and a lost fumble. Since his first start in Week 6, McKee has completed 63.2% of his passes for 638 yards with 2 TD, 2 INT, and a 76.6 passer rating. McKee is 31st out of 32 quarterbacks in yards per attempt (5.6) and 26th in passer rating. The Eagles offense with McKee is 32nd in yards per play (4.2), 31st in yards per attempt (5.6), and 29th in offensive points per game (15.0). McKee isn't the answer as a starting quarterback and may not even be a QB2 at this rate.NegativeProjectionNov 2, 2026
McKee completed 23 of 34 passes for 212 yards, 1 INT, and 1 lost fumble against Washington. The source notes his pocket presence was poor and he cannot afford to turn the ball over twice; the fumble occurred in field goal range on a play where the Eagles couldn't afford to be sacked. While McKee made some nice throws and scrambled 15 yards for a third-down conversion, the turnovers and overall performance were insufficient. The source raises the question of whether the Eagles would turn to Joe Milton (the No. 2 QB) if losses continue.NegativeMatchupNov 2, 2026
McKee was sacked five times for 35 yards and hit eight times by the Commanders in the Eagles' 27-10 loss; the Commanders generated pressure on 46.5% of his dropbacks (season high for them), with 10 pressures and a sack on 12 blitzes for an 83.3% blitz success rate, including seven quick pressures under 2.5 seconds that reflected unblocked rushers and poor offensive line execution.NegativeProjectionNov 2, 2026
McKee continues to look skittish in the pocket, on the run, and in pretty much anything he does; he was sacked five times for minus-35 yards, completed 23 of 34 for 212 yards with an interception against Washington. He had the longest run of the game for the Eagles by six yards on a 15-yard scramble in the fourth quarter.NegativeUsageNov 2, 2026
McKee was the starting quarterback for the Eagles against the Commanders, throwing multiple passes including play-action completions to Barkley and Darius Cooper, and scrambling on several plays.NegativeRoleNov 2, 2026
Tanner McKee starting for Eagles in Week 8 against Commanders due to Jalen Hurts' season-ending blood clot injury; represents different quarterback experience for Eagles offense and could lead to offensive struggles.PositiveRoleNov 1, 2026
Tanner McKee will start at quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles against the Washington Commanders on Sunday Night Football with Jalen Hurts sidelined. McKee has been with the Eagles since being drafted in the sixth round of the 2023 NFL Draft.NegativeRoleOct 31, 2026
Philadelphia Eagles QB Tanner McKee's status as starter is uncertain heading into the Thanksgiving game against Dallas; the source questions whether he will remain the starter or be replaced by former Cowboys QB Joe Milton.NegativeProjectionOct 31, 2026
Backup quarterback for the Eagles has not been great and could prove vulnerable to making game-changing mistakes, whether bad decisions or errant throws, creating opportunities for Commanders defenders like Sonny Styles.NegativeRoleOct 31, 2026
Tanner McKee is starting for the Eagles in Week 8 with Jalen Hurts out for the season due to blood clots, marking a significant downgrade at the quarterback position for Philadelphia.PositiveBreakoutOct 31, 2026
Tanner McKee earned preseason buzz and trade interest in 2026 after strong exhibition performances: in 2025 he completed 20 of 25 passes for 252 yards and two touchdowns to secure the backup job; in 2026 he completed 63% of preseason passes for 263 yards, two touchdowns and an interception. His preseason success made him the subject of trade buzz before the Eagles ultimately retained him, positioning him for this starting opportunity.NegativeProjectionOct 31, 2026
Tanner McKee has made four NFL starts to date, including two during the 2026 season, completing 61.3% of his passes for 1,023 yards, seven touchdowns and two interceptions while posting a 1-3 record. He is a big-bodied pocket passer with good arm strength best suited to working the middle of the field, averaging just 6.1 yards per attempt in his career. McKee will look to improve efficiency as he gains more repetitions in Philadelphia's offense and builds chemistry with top receivers.PositiveRoleOct 31, 2026
Tanner McKee, a 26-year-old sixth-round pick (188th overall, 2023) in his fourth season with the Eagles, has been elevated to starting quarterback with Jalen Hurts sidelined for the remainder of 2026. McKee opened the season as third-stringer behind Hurts and Andy Dalton but moved to backup when the Eagles released Dalton on Oct. 9. He enters this opportunity as a pending free agent who could parlay starting success into a lucrative contract as a high-end backup or stopgap starter.NegativeRoleOct 31, 2026
Tanner McKee, a 3rd-year NFL player, is now the Eagles' starting QB after Jalen Hurts' season-ending injury. McKee is a more traditional pocket passer than the athletic Hurts. Although McKee has played well in limited action prior to this year, the Eagles traded for Andy Dalton this past offseason and made him the immediate backup to Hurts, raising questions about McKee's confidence after Dalton's poor play in Week 3 led to his demotion.NegativeProjectionOct 31, 2026
In two starts, McKee has completed just one pass of 20+ yards (a 21-yarder to Makai Lemon). His 5.3 yards per attempt ranks 37th of 38 qualifying quarterbacks, ahead of only undrafted Buccaneers rookie Jalon Daniels (5.1). His 8.7 yards per completion is also 37th, ahead only of Daniels (8.4). Both metrics are the lowest by an Eagles QB since Koy Detmer in 2005 (4.3 and 7.4). The source notes McKee hasn't been awful but the Eagles need more firepower from him; without DeVonta Smith and Dontayvion Wicks, it's up to McKee to recognize open receivers downfield and the coaching staff to find ways to drive the ball.PositiveRoleOct 31, 2026
McKee is making his third consecutive start at quarterback for the Eagles and has shown improvement; he played much better against the Cowboys than against the Panthers, with the Eagles' season depending on his continued growth. McKee is taking on the leadership role inherent to the position, emphasizing his need to lead the team down the field and finish in the end zone when stepping into the huddle.NegativeRoleOct 31, 2026
McKee settled down in the offense using the quick game against Dallas; the Eagles need a plan this week to counter Washington's blitz-heavy defense (second-highest pressure rate in football under DC Daronte Jones), and getting the ball out of McKee's hands quickly will be critical to avoid a long night.NegativeRoleOct 30, 2026
Tanner McKee does not appear to have the same scrambling ability as Jalen Hurts, which is a concern for the Eagles' ability to move the ball in critical situations against the Commanders' defense, which is particularly effective at stopping the run.NegativeMatchupOct 30, 2026
McKee will face a Commanders defense that disguises coverage effectively but struggles with four-man pass rush consistency. The source emphasizes McKee must distinguish initial defensive pictures from actual coverage post-snap, particularly against Tampa 2 disguises where defenders like Frankie Luvu have enormous ground to cover. McKee needs quick options and immediate throwing windows when Washington blitzes (expected 50%+ rate), and must know Sonny Styles' positioning before releasing over the middle, as Styles can close windows that initially appear open.NegativeRoleOct 30, 2026
Tanner McKee is targeting Dallas Goedert heavily, with 17 receptions over the last three games. McKee appeared more confident and aggressive in his recent start, with better coaching gameplan support, though his decision-making and accuracy remain concerns. He has shown improvement but is not viewed as a future starter; his development as a backup will become clearer as he gets more experience.NegativeUsageOct 30, 2026
McKee is targeting Dallas Goedert, who has 17 receptions over their last three games together, though those receptions haven't led to a lot of fantasy scoring yet.PositiveMatchupOct 30, 2026
McKee faces the Commanders' 28th-ranked pass defense allowing 254.0 yards per game; Washington's cornerback depth is compromised with Trey Amos returning from a fractured fibula on a pitch count (36 snaps vs. 49ers) and likely to get full-time work, while Mike Sainristil has given up 6 TDs this season (141.9 passer rating allowed).NegativeProjectionOct 30, 2026
Making his third consecutive start with Jalen Hurts out for the season, McKee completed 23 of 35 passes for 211 yards, 1 TD, and 1 INT against the Cowboys; the offense showed improvement with 21 points and a scoring drive after halftime, though McKee made some good throws but missed others he needs to make.NegativeProjectionOct 29, 2026
McKee has one of the two best matchups in terms of FPPG allowed to opposing QBs (vs. Washington), but the source doesn't know that he has a ceiling game in his bag, suggesting limited upside despite the favorable matchup.NegativeProjectionOct 29, 2026
McKee found some early success against the Cowboys' leaky defense on Monday night but couldn't sustain the production long enough to keep up with the Dallas offense; it's clear he's an inexperienced backup playing with an injury-ravaged cast that lowers the ceiling for the entire offense.NegativeProjectionOct 29, 2026
McKee is ranked QB26 in Week 8 rankings and faces the Commanders on the road.PositiveMatchupOct 29, 2026
the source Vic Tafur highlighted McKee as having a big game in the Eagles' Week 8 Sunday night matchup against the Commanders, suggesting the Eagles will win the division game.NegativeProjectionOct 29, 2026
In two starts, McKee has thrown for 426 passing yards, 2 TDs, and 1 INT with a QBR of 35.4; described as having struggled behind an offensive line reshuffled multiple times following the trade of Pro Bowl center Cam Jurgens and retirement of long-time right tackle Lane Johnson.NegativeRoleOct 28, 2026
McKee took snaps in the Eagles' game against Dallas and showed competence in finding available receivers when protection broke down. On the opening play, the Eagles ran under-center play-action despite blowing protection and allowing a free rusher; McKee found Barkley uncovered in the flat for a completion. The source respects the play-calling but notes the completion came more from Cowboys defensive mistakes than offensive design working as intended.NegativeValueOct 28, 2026
Tanner McKee is assigned a rest-of-season trade value of 0, indicating minimal trade asset value among quarterbacks.NegativeProjectionOct 28, 2026
Tanner McKee threw for 211 yards with one touchdown and one interception against Dallas; the source notes that asking McKee to play keep-up after the Cowboys went up multiple scores proved to be a recipe for disaster, as he threw an interception to DeMarvion Overshown on the next drive.NegativeRoleOct 28, 2026
With Hurts sidelined due to blood clots, backup Tanner McKee took over for the Eagles but could not prevent them from suffering a fifth straight defeat on Monday, losing 38-21 at home to the Dallas Cowboys. The source notes that Philadelphia does not have an experienced quarterback in reserve, highlighting McKee's limitations as a backup option.