The issue for Philadelphia is that while they have plenty of confidence in backup Kenny Pickett, he is dealing with an injury of his own. Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Tanner McKee (16) looks to pass against the New England Patriots during the second half at Gillette Stadium in preseason action.

The Philadelphia Eagles are reportedly eyeing some additional depth at quarterback amid injuries to Jalen Hurts and Kenny Pickett. Per NFL Network's

Philadelphia Eagles star Jalen Hurts was injured in Week 16 against the Washington Commanders, but will he be available in Week 17 against the Dallas Cowboys?

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is in concussion protocol and would not have practiced Wednesday, while his replacement, Kenny Pickett, would have been listed as a limited participant on the injury report because of a ribs issue.

Philadelphia gets its next chance to clinch the NFC East title against the visiting Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, but the Eagles don't know whom they will have at quarterback.

The Eagles held a closed walkthrough Tuesday at the NovaCare Complex, awaiting to see who will be available for Sunday's game against the Dallas Cowboys.

With Hurts in the concussion protocol, he'll have to clear a five-step process before returning to game action for the Eagles.

Jalen Hurts is in the NFL’s concussion protocol, limiting his ability to practice for the Philadelphia Eagles' game against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday.

Injury concerns are mounting on the quarterback front for the Philadelphia Eagles. Jalen Hurts (concussion) and Kenny Pickett (ribs) appeared

The Eagles did not practice on Christmas, and had they done so, quarterback Jalen Hurts would not have participated because of the concussion he sustained in Sunday’s 36-33 loss to the Washington Commanders.

It’s up to players to protect themselves and it’s up to teams to protect their investments. At $255 million, Jalen Hurts is the biggest investment the Eagles have ever made.