Report: Eagles intend to bring in QB competition for Hurts

Though the Eagles have reportedly agreed to trade Carson Wentz to the Indianapolis Colts, Jalen Hurts won't automatically become Philadelphia's new starting quarterback.

The Eagles intend to bring in another arm to compete for the job, ESPN's Adam Schefter and Chris Mortensen report.

The addition could come via free agency or the draft. Philly owns the sixth overall selection in April's draft and the 37th pick.

Hurts was a shocking selection as the Eagles' second-rounder in last year's draft. However, after Wentz struggled mightily during the 2020 campaign, Hurts replaced him late in a Week 13 loss and drew starts in the final four games of the regular season.

He finished his rookie year completing 52% of his passes for 1,061 yards, six touchdowns, and four interceptions over eight games. He added three rushing touchdowns.

Hurts is currently the only quarterback remaining on the Eagles' roster. Third-stringer Nate Sudfeld will be a free agent when the new league year begins in March.

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