Eagles face Panthers without Jalen Hurts in Week 6 matchup

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Last updated Oct 16, 2026

Eagles face Panthers without Jalen Hurts in Week 6 matchup
Summary

The Philadelphia Eagles take on the Carolina Panthers in Week 6 without quarterback Jalen Hurts, who is sidelined with a superficial blood clot. Tanner McKee will start in Hurts' place as the Eagles look to snap a three-game losing streak. Philadelphia is also dealing with potential disruptions from a recent trip to London, as well as leadership challenges following roster changes. The Panthers, who are coming off a bye week, provide a fresh challenge for the struggling Eagles, who are eager for a turnaround. Coach Nick Sirianni faces pressure to maintain team morale and focus in this critical matchup.

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  • •Jalen Hurts out with a superficial blood clot
  • •Tanner McKee expected to start at quarterback
  • •Eagles lost three straight games prior to this matchup
  • •Panthers enter with extra rest after a bye week
  • •Nick Sirianni tasked with stabilizing the locker room
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  • 1:06 PMYahoo Sports — Eagles need more than Tanner McKee to end skid against Panthers
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Jalen Hurts' absence headlines the story, but the Eagles face other challenges beyond the X's and O's against the Panthers in Week 6.

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