The 2026 NFL offseason is shaping up to be a fascinating one, especially if you're on the lookout for quarterback moves. While top-tier quarterbacks are a rare find at a bargain this year, we've seen some intriguing shifts. Tua Tagovailoa and Kyler Murray have both landed on new teams with veteran minimum deals, shaking things up a bit.
Malik Willis has joined the Miami Dolphins, and the New York Jets have brought in Geno Smith via trade. But don’t think the Jets are done yet. The Cleveland Browns and Pittsburgh Steelers also have some quarterback decisions on their hands.
The Philadelphia Eagles have added a new wrinkle by trading for Andy Dalton from the Carolina Panthers. This move opens up a whole new realm of possibilities. Connor Hughes from SNY suggests this could set the stage for a Tanner McKee trade, noting that the Eagles might be looking for a significant return.
Rumors have been swirling about McKee’s availability this offseason. Until now, the Eagles didn't have a compelling reason to part ways with him, especially without a reliable backup for Jalen Hurts. But with Dalton now in the mix, the Eagles have the security they need to consider moving McKee.
Hughes hints that a deal might be brewing, and McKee could be on the radar for teams like the Jets, Browns, and Steelers. The Jets might be looking for options if Smith doesn’t pan out.
The Browns, with Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson, and Dillon Gabriel, haven’t found their standout performer yet. Meanwhile, the Steelers, waiting on Aaron Rodgers, could see McKee as a viable target.
While it’s not set in stone that McKee will leave the Eagles, Dalton’s arrival certainly stirs the pot. Fans of quarterback-needy teams should keep their ears to the ground for any developments involving the Eagles and McKee. This offseason could see a significant quarterback shuffle, and McKee might just be at the center of it.