Roseman's Foles Comparison Unfair to Eagles' Backup QBs
Eagles GM Howie Roseman compared Tanner McKee and Andy Dalton to Nick Foles, but the author argues the comparison is flawed. Foles had a proven track record before his Super Bowl run, including a 27-touchdown season. Neither McKee nor Dalton has achieved similar success.
Foles entered the 2017 season with substantial credentials, including a second-year campaign with 27 touchdowns and only two interceptions, plus Pro Bowl MVP recognition. He had also demonstrated playoff poise, leaving his first postseason start with the Eagles holding a lead before the loss.
McKee only recently became a backup candidate, while Dalton, despite three Pro Bowl selections and nearly 40,000 career passing yards, has never won a playoff game in four starts, completing 55.7 percent with one touchdown and six interceptions. The Eagles traded for Dalton to challenge McKee, yet neither convincingly secured the QB2 role this summer.
This story could shape fan expectations and media scrutiny around the Eagles' quarterback depth. If Jalen Hurts misses time, the backup's performance may directly affect playoff outcomes, and Roseman's Foles comparison may unfairly raise the bar for McKee or Dalton. It could also influence how other franchises evaluate backup situations, though each roster's circumstances remain distinct.