The Eagles’ quarterback situation has turned into a moving target, and the next few days could tell them a lot about how aggressive they need to be before the NFL trade deadline.
With Jalen Hurts injured, Philadelphia has had to make some tough calls in its quarterback room. Reports now point to Joe Milton getting the start against the New York Giants on Sunday, giving the Eagles a chance to see whether they can steady the season with what they already have in house.
The offense has been the main issue. The defense hasn’t been as sharp as usual, but it has still held up better than the other side of the ball.
If the Eagles can get enough from the offense, they should be in decent shape. If Milton doesn’t deliver the kind of performance they’re hoping for, Philadelphia could still look outside the building for help.
One name to keep in mind is Anthony Richardson.
After the Baltimore Ravens traded for Jacoby Brissett, Richardson suddenly looks like the kind of quarterback another team could circle back on. CBS recently floated the idea that Baltimore could have moved Richardson before making that deal, and the same logic could apply to Philadelphia, especially with Saquon Barkley in the picture.
“Anthony Richardson Jr. requested a trade from the Colts earlier this year. He hasn't gotten one, but the Colts are blowing it up this trade deadline, and even a late-round pick swap could be attractive for Indianapolis. A Richardson-Henry backfield certainly carries a lot of downhill running heft,” CBS’ Zachary Pereles wrote.
Richardson’s appeal is easy to see. He can hurt defenses with his legs, and he has one of the best deep balls in the league when he’s rolling. Whether he actually gets dealt before the deadline is another question, but the possibility is there.
Indianapolis also doesn’t seem to have much reason to hold firm much longer, especially with the Colts struggling lately and a quarterback change potentially on the table.
For now, the situation feels fluid. Philadelphia may get its answer with Milton, but if the Eagles keep searching, Richardson is the kind of upside swing that could enter the conversation.
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