Tanner McKee Debuts as Eagles QB Against Dallas Without Jalen Hurts
Dallas leads in model simulations at 62% despite allowing the third-most yards, while Philadelphia's offense has stalled at 14.5 points per game.
By Bianca Herrera ·
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts will miss the remainder of the 2026 season due to a blood clot in his calf. The injury leaves the team without its primary signal caller for the Week 7 matchup against the Dallas Cowboys. The Eagles and Cowboys are tied at 2-4 and will meet on Monday Night Football to conclude the NFL week.
Tanner McKee is stepping in as the starting quarterback for Philadelphia. In last week's 25-14 loss to the Carolina Panthers, McKee completed passes for 215 yards. The Eagles' ground game has struggled significantly in his absence. The team rushed for only 35 yards in that contest. The offensive line has been weakened by a combination of injuries, retirements, and trades.
Saquon Barkley is expected to return to the lineup after missing two games with a hamstring injury. His return provides a potential boost to a struggling attack. Running backs Tank Bigsby and Will Shipley are currently on the injured reserve list. Barkley's availability is a key factor for the Eagles' offensive strategy this week.
The Eagles have lost four consecutive games after starting the season with two victories. During this losing streak, the offense averaged 14.5 points per game. The defense has also faced challenges, ranking 27th in the NFL by allowing 363.8 yards per contest. Philadelphia faces a tough test against a high-powered Dallas offense.
Dallas quarterback Dak Prescott leads an attack that averages more than 25 points per game. Prescott currently ranks fourth in the league with 1,639 passing yards. He has thrown 10 touchdown passes but also 5 interceptions. Two of those interceptions occurred in last week's 23-13 loss to the Green Bay Packers. Wide receivers CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens have combined for 81 receptions and 1,005 yards.
Prediction markets reflect the current balance of power between the two teams. SportsLine model simulations favor Dallas in 62% of scenarios. On the Kalshi platform, shares for a Cowboys victory are trading at $0.66. The model predicts the teams will combine for fewer than 44.5 points in 54% of simulations. Shares for that outcome are priced at $0.51, while the option for 45 or more points trades at $0.50.
The combined scoring average for these two teams exceeds 49 points per game. However, the recent defensive and offensive struggles for both sides suggest a lower total. The Eagles allow the third-most yards in the league at 382.5 per game. The Cowboys' defense has struggled for several seasons, creating an opportunity for the Eagles to exploit. The final score will depend on how quickly Barkley can integrate with McKee.
Both teams enter the game with identical 2-4 records. The outcome of this NFC East rivalry clash could have immediate implications for their respective standings. The Eagles must improve their passing and rushing attacks to compete with Dallas. The Cowboys rely on their offensive volume to secure a win. The market data indicates a slight edge for Dallas, but the defensive lapses on both sides keep the outcome open.
