f.9 Teams Submit Trade Offers for Eagles QB Tanner McKee — Market Heating Up Fast as NFL Trade Deadline Nears on November 4.f
Philadelphia, Oct. 29, 2025 — As the NFL trade deadline approaches at 4:00 p.m. ET on Nov. 4, the phones are ringing off the hook about Tanner McKee. Multiple league sources say the Eagles are fielding wide-ranging interest from around the NFL as teams hunt for a quarterback who can step in immediately without blowing up their offensive structure.
McKee isn’t a “flash in the pan.” He lit up the preseason (20-of-25, 252 yards, 3 TDs vs. the Bengals) and won his first NFL start against the Giants back in January, reinforcing the image of a backup who can manage games and distribute the ball efficiently.
From the Eagles’ side, the depth chart is straightforward: Jalen Hurts is QB1, McKee is QB2, and Sam Howell adds insurance — a setup that gives Philadelphia flexibility but not an urge to “cash out” unless a truly compelling offer arrives. Howell’s arrival adds elasticity, but the price must be right.
From Miami to New Orleans, QB-needy teams are pushing hard:
- Miami Dolphins: With rising concerns about Tua Tagovailoa’s durability, Miami views McKee as a trustworthy contingency and future insurance for their high-speed offense.
- New York Jets: If Justin Fields fades late, OC Tanner Engstrand is believed to see McKee’s structure-first style as a cleaner fit, echoing the Jared Goff model in Detroit.
- Cleveland Browns: Depth and long-range planning remain priorities, with evaluators hinting McKee’s ceiling is “considerably higher” than their current reserves.
- Baltimore Ravens: Behind Lamar Jackson, a reliable understudy is a necessity, not a luxury. McKee’s poise meshes with Todd Monken’s efficiency-driven approach.
- Indianapolis Colts: With Anthony Richardson still finding his footing, McKee could immediately elevate competition and depth in the backup role.
- Jacksonville Jaguars: After Trevor Lawrence’s recent injury, McKee has emerged as a safeguard if health questions linger.
- Houston Texans: Protecting C.J. Stroud is the priority; Houston values McKee’s steady presence in case attrition hits.
- New Orleans Saints: The door is open for a potential starting competition as the Saints seek stability at the most important position.
- Arizona Cardinals: With uncertainty around Kyler Murray’s future, McKee could bridge the gap into 2026.
Philadelphia now faces a difficult call — capitalize on McKee’s market value today or preserve the quarterback room behind Jalen Hurts for a long playoff push.
Sources close to the organization say Howie Roseman has been receiving offers “daily,” with at least three teams willing to pay Day 2 draft capital — a tantalizing return for a backup who may never take a meaningful snap in Philadelphia.
Inside the NovaCare Complex, hesitation remains. Head coach Nick Sirianni is said to value McKee’s calm leadership and command in the huddle, especially given Hurts’s physical style and the grueling slate ahead.
“We’re not trading Tanner just because people are calling,” a team source said. “He’s earned this locker room’s trust — and that matters when you’re chasing a championship.”
With less than a week until the Nov. 4 deadline, pressure is mounting on both sides. Rival GMs are pushing; McKee’s name is buzzing around the league; and the Eagles’ brass is walking a fine line between vision and vulnerability.
For now, McKee remains an Eagle — but if the right offer hits Howie Roseman’s desk before Tuesday, that could change in an instant.
One thing is certain: Tanner McKee isn’t just a preseason story anymore — he’s a
