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5 Questions with Bleeding Green Nation

As the Philadelphia Eagles prepare to host the Carolina Panthers following a recent trip across the Atlantic, the struggling squad faces significant personnel questions. With regular starting quarterback Jalen Hurts sidelined due to a blood clot issue, Tanner McKee is stepping in as the starter under center.

Preseason optimism surrounding McKee took a hit following a shaky performance in last season's Week 18 finale against the Washington Commanders and a difficult stretch in offseason practices. The team previously brought in Andy Dalton to compete for the backup role, but after Dalton struggled and was ultimately released, McKee reclaimed the primary backup designation behind Hurts.

Additional uncertainty surrounds the roster due to various injuries affecting running backs, wide receivers, and edge defenders, while rookie Cole Payton waits in reserve as a potential future option if the team's playoff aspirations fade.

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