Our expert picks on Eagles vs. Cowboys matchup, and if Jalen Hurts or Kenny Pickett can lead the Birds to a win
Hurts suffered a concussion midway through the first quarter when he dove forward during a 13-yard run Sunday against the Commanders during the Eagles' 36-33 loss Sunday. Hurts was hit in the helmet by Washington linebacker Frankie Luvu and ordered by the referee to get evaluated for a concussion.
The Eagles held a closed walkthrough Tuesday at the NovaCare Complex, awaiting to see who will be available for Sunday's game against the Dallas Cowboys.
With Hurts in the concussion protocol, he'll have to clear a five-step process before returning to game action for the Eagles.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is in concussion protocol and would not have practiced Wednesday, while his replacement, Kenny Pickett, would have been listed as a limited participant on the injury report because of a ribs issue.
Philadelphia gets its next chance to clinch the NFC East title against the visiting Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, but the Eagles don't know whom they will have at quarterback.
Jalen Hurts is in the NFL’s concussion protocol, limiting his ability to practice for the Philadelphia Eagles' game against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday.
Philadelphia Eagles star Jalen Hurts was injured in Week 16 against the Washington Commanders, but will he be available in Week 17 against the Dallas Cowboys?
The Eagles did not practice on Wednesday, but Hurts would not have participated as he remains in the concussion protocol. Pickett (rib injury) would have been limited.
The issue for Philadelphia is that while they have plenty of confidence in backup Kenny Pickett, he is dealing with an injury of his own. Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Tanner McKee (16) looks to pass against the New England Patriots during the second half at Gillette Stadium in preseason action.
Jalen Hurts left the Philadelphia Eagles' loss to the Washington Commanders early in Week 16 due to a concussion. Will the quarterback return for Week 17?