Philadelphia, PA – April 05, 2025, 03:14 AM PDT
Four NFL teams have reportedly made trade offers for Philadelphia Eagles backup quarterback Tanner McKee, sources told ESPN on Saturday, putting GM Howie Roseman in a pivotal decision-making spot.
The New Orleans Saints, Las Vegas Raiders, New York Giants, and Pittsburgh Steelers are all vying for the 24-year-old signal-caller, who has emerged as a hot commodity after a stellar 2024 season.
McKee, a 2023 sixth-round pick, showcased his potential with 30-of-45 passing for 323 yards, 4 touchdowns, and a 117.2 QB rating in 89 snaps last year, including a 269-yard, 2-TD performance in a Week 18 win over the Giants.
The Saints, led by ex-Eagles OC Kellen Moore, see McKee as a future starter to replace Derek Carr, whose $69 million cap hit looms in 2026. The Raiders, Giants, and Steelers—each facing uncertainty with their QBs—are drawn to McKee’s $1 million annual cost and two years left on his rookie deal.
Roseman faces a dilemma: McKee is a valuable backup to Jalen Hurts, who led the Eagles to Super Bowl LIX, but the offers—rumored to include Day 3 picks—could help address needs at edge rusher or cornerback after losing Josh Sweat and Darius Slay.
Sources suggest Roseman is leaning toward keeping McKee unless an offer exceeds a fourth-round pick, valuing his potential as a long-term asset over short-term draft capital. “Howie’s not giving up McKee for peanuts—he knows his worth,” an insider said.
Eagles fans on X are torn. “McKee’s our future if Hurts goes down—don’t trade him!” posted @EaglesNation. Others see the upside: “A fourth-rounder for a backup? Take it, Howie!” (@PhillyFanatic).
With the draft approaching, Roseman’s next move will be crucial for Philly’s title defense. Will he trade McKee to bolster other positions, or keep the promising QB as insurance for Hurts?
