Report: Hurts to be available for regular-season finale

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is expected to be able to play in Week 18 after missing time with a shoulder injury, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

The result of the Eagles' matchup with the New Orleans Saints on Sunday will determine Hurts' level of involvement in the regular-season finale against the New York Giants, Schefter adds.

Philadelphia is one win away from securing home-field advantage throughout the postseason. A victory against the Saints would make it unnecessary for Hurts to play in Week 18, though he could still get some action to work off any rust from his absence, Schefter reports. If the Eagles lose Sunday, Hurts would be slated to return versus the Giants.

Gardner Minshew started Week 16's loss to the Dallas Cowboys and will start Sunday, head coach Nick Sirianni confirmed to NFL Network's Stacey Dales. Hurts was listed as doubtful for the game.

Hurts reportedly suffered an SC joint sprain in his throwing shoulder against the Chicago Bears in Week 15. He returned to the practice field this week, participating in a limited capacity on Thursday and Friday.

The Eagles have no concerns about Hurts' effectiveness and availability for a playoff run, a source told Schefter.

Before Hurts' shoulder injury, the 24-year-old was in the midst of a breakout campaign that launched him into MVP candidacy. He's posted a 104.6 passer rating, 22 touchdowns, and an average of 248 passing yards per game this season, all career highs.

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