McKee fractured thumb, out of practice; Howell placed as QB2 behind Hurts, signaling anticipation of a return by Week 3 or 4. McKee’s absence keeps the backup role stable for another game, reinforcing Howell's fantasy relevance as a short-term spot starter in certain formats if Hurts misses time.

Tanner McKee drives the PHI offense with a growing command in play-calling and collaboration with the offensive mind. His emergence is tied to the team’s plan to push for more points while refining ball security and execution, signaling potential fantasy upside if he cements a larger role.

McKee is out with a right-thumb injury, sidelining him for the opener. Hurts is the obvious starter, Howell sits as the likely top backup, and Kyle McCord would only be emergency depth if signed to the 53-man roster. McKee’s absence compresses the backup plan and tests Week 1 depth.

McKee ruled out with a right-thumb fracture; Howell becomes the top backup to Hurts; McCord could be elevated for emergency depth; this shifts Week 1 QB depth and adds an element of upside and risk for Eagles' fantasy stacks and DFS pivots.

McKee, the Eagles' backup, suffered a fractured thumb in practice, forcing him to miss Week 1. The injury is not expected to require surgery and could sideline him for a week or two. Philadelphia’s QB depth is tested, prompting the Howell trade from Minnesota to secure a potential in-season option behind Hurts. This incident also fuels questions about how the backup plan could affect Week 1 game planning and mobile quarterback utilization.