PHILADELPHIA — Jalen Hurts was listed as doubtful for Sunday’s game against the Saints and, according to a league source, is unlikely to play because of his shoulder injury.
The Eagles quarterback, dealing with a sprained SC joint in his throwing shoulder, was limited in practice on Friday and threw the ball well the day before, but he is expected to be held out to ensure he’s fully healthy for the playoffs. As a result, backup quarterback Gardner Minshew is set to make his second start of the season.
Eagles coach Nick Sirianni refrained from making any definitive statements about Hurts’ status before Friday’s practice. Hurts has been pushing to play and has gotten closer to being ready, but Sirianni noted that the decision would be made with the training staff’s voice prominently considered.
