Eagles' QB2 battle continues as Dalton and McKee struggle in preseason
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 3:59 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026

The Philadelphia Eagles' backup quarterback competition remains unresolved following their preseason loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. Tanner McKee and Andy Dalton both had lackluster performances, with McKee completing 12 of 22 passes for 55 yards and one interception, while Dalton finished 12 of 19 for 104 yards and a touchdown. The play of both quarterbacks has led to uncertainty about the team's options as they approach roster cuts. The next evaluation will come on cut-down day as the Eagles must decide whether to keep four quarterbacks or make a move to finalize the depth chart.
- •McKee and Dalton both struggled in the preseason finale against the Bengals.
- •Neither quarterback has established themselves clearly as the backup for Jalen Hurts.
- •The Eagles must finalize their roster ahead of the imminent cut-down deadline.
- •McKee's performance has raised doubts about his trade value compared to earlier in the summer.
- •Dalton's age and experience complicate the decision for the Eagles' management.
- 3:59 PMYahoo Sports — Eagles News: “The QB2 battle has been weird this summer”
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