Eagles release Andy Dalton after 4 weeks on roster
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Key Points:
- The Philadelphia Eagles released veteran quarterback Andy Dalton ahead of their Week 5 game in London against the Jacksonville Jaguars, citing roster needs amid injuries.
- Dalton, 38, began the season as the backup but lost the role to Tanner McKee, who is seen as having more upside and a stronger arm.
- The Eagles will continue with Jalen Hurts as the starter, backed up by Tanner McKee and Cole Payton, after carrying four quarterbacks became untenable.
- Dalton briefly played in Week 3 but threw a costly interception; head coach Nick Sirianni expressed faith in the quarterback room despite turnovers.
- Dalton may return to the Eagles’ practice squad, as the team signed RB Carson Steele and C Jake Majors to active roster spots to manage injuries.
