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Andy Dalton snubs Eagles, deepening Philly's season of doom

With Jalen Hurts out for 2026, the Eagles reportedly tried to bring Dalton back but to no avail.

By Cole Hartwell
Jalen Hurts
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Andy Dalton is not coming to Philadelphia. The Eagles reportedly tried to bring Dalton back with Jalen Hurts set to miss the remainder of 2026, but to no avail, according to Sporting News.

What happened

With Jalen Hurts out for the season, Philadelphia sought quarterback help and targeted Dalton, but he declined. The Sporting News characterized the snub as “the latest blow to Philly’s season of doom.”

Context

Jalen Hurts has several blood clots in his lungs, a situation described as serious and scary, though he should make a full recovery. He was placed on injured reserve after being diagnosed with a superficial blood clot in his calf. In five games this season, Hurts has 83.0 PPR points, 933 passing yards, 8 passing touchdowns, 3 interceptions, 107 rushing yards and 1 rushing touchdown.

The Eagles lost to the Panthers 25-14 on Sunday, managing only two scoring drives of 78 and 69 yards. Philadelphia had 11 drives with eight punts and another on downs late, while Carolina outgained them 399 to 222. Running back Carson Steele left the game with a shoulder injury.

Depth chart

Tanner McKee is the Eagles’ QB1 on the depth chart, with Joe Milton at QB3 and Cole Payton at QB4. McKee is projected for 12.0 PPR points in Week 6. Milton has no games played this season and is listed by Sleeper with a “Coach’s Decision” injury tag. Payton has played one game but has no recorded stats.

What’s next

The Eagles’ Week 6 game against the Panthers was played Sunday. The schedule lists Philadelphia hosting Carolina, and the game has concluded.

🏈 Fantasy impact

Dalton not joining means the Eagles will rely on Tanner McKee, Joe Milton, or Cole Payton under center. McKee is projected for 12.0 PPR points in Week 6, which is modest but usable in deeper superflex leagues. Hurts was dropped in 189,640 leagues in the last 24 hours, and his season-long absence is now confirmed. Managers should add McKee as a low-ceiling streamer only if desperate, while monitoring whether Milton gets a chance. The passing game’s overall upside is capped with a depleted quarterback room. This offense is a fade in all but the deepest formats.

Quick answers

Will Andy Dalton play for the Eagles?

No. The Eagles reportedly tried to bring Dalton back, but to no avail, according to Sporting News.

What is Jalen Hurts' injury status?

Hurts has several blood clots in his lungs and is on injured reserve, though he should make a full recovery.

Who will start at quarterback for the Eagles now?

Tanner McKee is listed as QB1 on the depth chart, with Joe Milton as QB3 and Cole Payton as QB4.

Sources

  1. NFL schedule, Week 6 (ESPN)
  2. Player data (Sleeper)
  3. Philadelphia Eagles depth chart, QB (Sleeper)
  4. Jalen Hurts injury update: Several blood clots found in lungs, serious but full recovery expected (Fantasy Football Desk)
  5. Jalen Hurts injury update: Eagles lose 25-14 to Panthers as IR stint continues (Fantasy Football Desk)
  6. Jalen Hurts injury update: Eagles lose 25-14 to Panthers as IR stint continues (Fantasy Football Desk)
  7. Andy Dalton snubbing Eagles is latest blow to Philly’s season of doom (Sporting News)

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