Kenny Pickett will make his first start for the Philadelphia Eagles against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, filling in for the injured Jalen Hurts.
Eagles quarterback Kenny Pickett prepares to take a snap during Friday's practice at the NovaCare Complex. He warmed up Friday in front of a wall inside the team’s indoor practice facility at the NovaCare Complex. The wall features the “Players of the Game” for each week, including a poster that Pickett ran past that was celebrating quarterback for his standout performances.
However, as the Eagles prepare for Sunday’s game against the Dallas Cowboys, they will be without Hurts, leaving Pickett to play a key role in the team’s push for the NFC East title. The Eagles released their final injury report before Sunday, and Hurts was listed as out, meaning Pickett will be the starter. Earlier Friday, head coach said it would be difficult for Hurts to be ready to play Sunday, indicating Pickett will start. This will mark Pickett’s first start for the Eagles and his first start since Dec. 3, 2023, when he played for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Pickett finished last week’s game against the Washington Commanders but sustained a rib injury that has appeared on the past two injury reports. On Thursday, Pickett said he is wearing extra padding under his flak jacket to protect the injury and is receiving treatment. He added that the injury will not hinder his ability to play. (neck) were also missing in practice and will not be available, leaving the Eagles’ special teams with two returner spots to fill. Shipley, who is averaging 28.8 yards per kickoff return and helps cover punts and kickoffs, suffered a concussion against the Commanders and hasn’t practiced this week. Covey, the primary punt returner, has participated fully in practice over the past two weeks but hasn’t played in a game since Week 13 against the Baltimore Ravens. has taken over punt return duties, averaging 10.3 yards per return. On kickoffs, Isaiah Rodgers and Kenneth Gainwell are expected to fill in. To bolster special teams, the Eagles may activate from the practice squa
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