The Philadelphia Eagles waived depth quarterback Ian E-book on Tuesday afternoon, in keeping with an official crew announcement.
This information is a constructive improvement because it pertains to the anticipated availability of the Eagles’ quarterbacks. If the crew was severely fearful about not having Jalen Hurts and/or Kenny Pickett for Sunday’s recreation in opposition to the Inexperienced Bay Packers, they most likely wouldn’t have waived E-book after they might’ve stored him round to be the emergency QB.
There’s been some concern about Hurts’ standing since he’s but to clear the concussion protocol since getting damage in Week 16. However reviews have indicated he must be able to play this weekend. E-book’s departure is one other signal pointing to Hurts taking part in.
With Hurts anticipated to begin, the guess right here is that Pickett stays QB2 with Tanner McKee serving because the emergency quarterback.
The Eagles initially re-signed E-book main as much as their Week 17 recreation in opposition to the Dallas Cowboys. He served because the emergency QB in that recreation earlier than then serving as the highest backup to McKee in Week 18. He didn’t play any snaps throughout his return to Philly.
NFL insider Mike Garafolo notes that the Eagles might signal E-book to their follow squad if/when he clears waivers. Doesn’t damage to have a fourth quarterback possibility for the playoffs.
The Eagles at present have one roster opening to fill. We’ll see what they do with that spot.
