The Philadelphia Eagles are taking it easy in Week 18. Jalen Hurts won't be playing. Instead, Tanner McKee will start at quarterback against the Washington Commanders. It's a choice made by Nick Sirianni despite there technically being a seed boost the Eagles still have on the table.

Eagles coach Nick Sirianni has shown a willingness to rest his stars before with McKee starting against the New York Giants in Week 18 last season. In that game, McKee completed 27 of his 41 passes for 269 yards and two touchdowns en route to a 20-13 win.

The Eagles still have a chance at the No. 2 seed, but they will have to win without their full complement of stars.

The Philadelphia Eagles announced a significant decision on quarterback Jalen Hurts ahead of Week 18 against Washington.

The Philadelphia Eagles have already clinched the NFC East title, but the conference standings could still shift in their Week 18 matchup against the Washington Commanders.

The Eagles had a chance to take the lead after running back Tank Bigsby gained 31 yards down to the Commanders' 14. He took a short pass from Tanner McKee, then put a move on Commanders linebacker Jordan Magee and continued down the sideline.

Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley have gone viral over an awkward interaction during the Philadelphia Eagles’ 29-18 win over the Washington Commanders on Saturday. Late in the third quarter,

Washington Commanders look to end a losing streak as Eagles rest starters, turning to backup QB Tanner McKee and former Washington receiver Jahan Dotson.

The Washington Commanders face the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026 in Week 18 of the NFL season at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pa.