Jalen Hurts OUT for Week 6! Fantasy Football Impact on Eagles Offense (10/15 Fantasy Football Podcast)
Summary
Fantasy Football Today analyzes the impact of Jalen Hurts' blood clot injury on the Eagles, recommending Dallas Goedert and Damian Pierce as viable starts against the Panthers. The hosts advise against dropping Hurts immediately but suggest pivoting to Jameis Winston, Kirk Cousins, or Aaron Rodgers if he misses extended time. They also evaluate backup quarterback Tanner McKee, noting his poor fit for Superflex due to lack of rushing and offensive line issues, while highlighting the Eagles' favorable upcoming schedule.
Topics discussed
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Show Intro and Jalen Hurts Injury News
Eagles Fantasy Lineup: WR and TE Options
Eagles Running Back Situation: Pierce vs Barkley
Waiver Wire QBs: Dropping Hurts and Alternatives
Ranking Backup QBs and Looking Ahead to Week 7
Tanner McKee Analysis and Eagles Offensive Struggles
Buy Low Strategy: Trading for Barkley and Smith
Blood Clot Context and Injury Severity Concerns
Tanner McKee Tape Review and Running Back Timeshare
Panthers DST and McKee's Lack of Rushing Threat
Potential Replacements and NFC East Playoff Implications
Closing Remarks and Good Luck for Week 6
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