For the last two seasons, Tanner McKee has served as the Eagles’ emergency third quarterback on game day, waiting for his moment to contribute in a pinch. Could his opportunity — at least as the primary backup — come this week?

The issue for Philadelphia is that while they have plenty of confidence in backup Kenny Pickett, he is dealing with an injury of his own. Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Tanner McKee (16) looks to pass against the New England Patriots during the second half at Gillette Stadium in preseason action.