Tanner McKee lands Eagles backup role behind Joe Milton despite cracked rib
Benched after three straight losses, the former Stanford quarterback stays in line to play if Joe Milton falters.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Tanner McKee, who was injured by a cracked rib during last week’s game, is set to serve as the backup to Joe Milton for Sunday’s NFC East matchup against the New York Giants. McKee, a 26-year-old rookie, was listed as questionable after the incident, but has since been cleared to practice and play.
The Philadelphia quarterback, who has been struggling with his performance, was informed of his backup role by head coach Nick Sirianni on Tuesday. McKee will be competing with rookies Cole Payton for the starting position. The Eagles have struggled this season, dropping six consecutive games and currently sitting at the bottom of the NFC East standings at 2-6.
Milton, a sixth-round pick from the Dallas Cowboys, is expected to start the game despite not having top receivers DeVonta Smith and Dontayvion Wicks available.
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