Philadelphia Eagles Release Veteran QB Andy Dalton, Elevate Tanner McKee

The Philadelphia Eagles have released veteran backup quarterback Andy Dalton and will go with Tanner McKee as the backup, according to Mike Garafolo of NFL Network.

Roster Crunch and Potential Practice Squad Reunion

Per Garafolo, the team could bring Dalton back on the practice squad, but with the number of injuries, they needed a roster spot.

Andy Dalton’s Short-Lived Eagles Tenure

Dalton's Eagles tenure will be remembered for his time in Philadelphia for one and only pass: an interception in the end zone during the team's loss to the Bears, while Jalen Hurts was going through a concussion check in the blue tent.

Tanner McKee Named Primary Backup to Jalen Hurts

Tanner McKee was the Eagles’ backup quarterback for Week 4 against the Rams and will resume in that role moving forward.

The Eagles acquired Dalton from the Panthers on March 10 in exchange for a seventh-round pick.