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Jalen Hurts out: Why Eagles need to stay the course in 2026, explore QB trade market

The Philadelphia Eagles face an unexpected setback as quarterback Jalen Hurts sits out Week 6 against the Carolina Panthers after an ultrasound revealed a concerning calf issue involving a blood clot. With Hurts’ long-term availability now in question, the team must decide whether to accelerate plans for a quarterback trade or maintain their current trajectory.

The Eagles have already committed heavily to their roster this offseason, signing defensive tackle Jalen Carter to a four-year, $152 million deal, extending Jordan Davis on a three-year, $78 million contract, and acquiring edge rusher Jonathan Greenard in a trade that included future draft picks. These moves, combined with Hurts’ record-breaking contract, underscore the franchise’s financial and strategic investment in contending for the NFC East title in 2026—even without their star signal-caller on the field for the foreseeable future.

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