The Eagles are taking the field for their final practice of the week, and all eyes will be on quarterback Jalen Hurts.
Hurts sat out practice on Wednesday, and was a full participant during Thursday’s session. ESPN’s Tim McManus reports that Hurts has been dealing with a mild ankle injury for weeks now.
Eagles coach Nick Sirianni said quarterback Jalen Hurts was limited in practice earlier this week because he was “dealing with the ankle” – which was different than what was listed on the injury report.
Hurts was listed Wednesday with a “rest” designation. He did not participate in individual drills during the portion of practice open to media, instead taking the role of spectator as Kenny Pickett and Tanner McKee went through drills.
McManus labeled it a “lower leg soreness” and that his limited practice Wednesday was for load management purposes, with the Eagles playing two games in a span of five days against the Dallas Cowboys and Washington Commanders. McManus reports that Hurts was held back from dropping and planting during the individual periods but did throw the football later Wednesday during team walkthrough.
Hurts ranks 5th overall in total touchdowns (18), behind Baker Mayfield (25), Lamar Jackson (22), Joe Burrow (21) and Josh Allen (20). Furthermore,he is tied for the most 20+ yard passing TDs (7) in the league.
Over his last four games, Hurts has completed 60-of-83 (72.3%) attempts for 844 yards (10.2 avg.), 6 TDs, 0 INTs and a 128.8 passer rating,
while also rushing for 159 yards and 6 scores. Hurts is the only NFL quarterback since Week 6 to record 10+ total TDs (12) and 0 giveaways.
