Who Should I Start? Tanner McKee or J.J. McCarthy

Sunday, August 31, 6:27 PM

Philadelphia Eagles backup quarterback Tanner McKee (thumb) was not spotted at practice on Sunday, according to Eliot Shorr-Parks of 94WIP. McKee fractured his thumb earlier this month and has not practiced in roughly two weeks. The 25-year-old was solid while filling in last year, as he completed 30 of his 45 pass attempts for 323 yards, four touchdowns, and zero interceptions. With Thursday's regular-season opener fast approaching, it appears unlikely that McKee will be healthy enough to suit up. If he's inactive, Sam Howell would operate as the Eagles' No. 2 quarterback behind Jalen Hurts.

Thursday, November 13, 4:18 PM

Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (right hand) practiced in full on Thursday after being listed as a limited participant on Wednesday due to a hand injury. The 22-year-old appears to be tracking towards being fine for his team's crucial Week 11 matchup against the Chicago Bears. McCarthy had a rough game in Week 10, completing less than 50% of his pass attempts and throwing two interceptions in a loss to the Baltimore Ravens. On the plus side, he rushed for 48 yards and has now racked up 100 rushing yards and two touchdowns across four games this season. McCarthy's legs could be an even greater emphasis in Week 11 if he's battling an injury to his throwing hand. He profiles as a low-end fantasy QB2 in Week 11 against Chicago.