Eagles Predicted to Replace Jalen Hurts With Dynamic Quarterback

November 13, 2026

The Philadelphia Eagles have a major question looming over the head of the franchise. Jalen Hurts has a very uncertain future ahead of him following his serious blood clot issues this season.

Hurts saw his 2026 season come to an abrupt end due to multiple blood clots. That has led to some speculation that the health issue could end his career.

Whether or not that will be the case remains to be seen. However, the speculation has caused analysts to look at potential replacement options. If the Eagles need to replace Hurts this coming offseason, there are quite a few routes they could explore.

One of those routes will be the 2027 NFL Draft. Philadelphia will have two first-round picks, its own and the Jacksonville Jaguars’ first-round selection. That should give the Eagles plenty of ammunition to bring in a new signal caller if they choose to do so.

A new suggestion has been made that would see Philadelphia bring in a long-term replacement for Hurts in the form of a dual-threat quarterback.

Dec 1, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Philadelphia Eagles general manager Howie Roseman on the field before the game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

Philadelphia Eagles Predicted to Add Dynamic QB as Potential Jalen Hurts Successor

Bleacher Report’s Brent Sobleski released a new mock draft on November 11. In that mock draft, he had the Eagles taking LSU offensive tackle Jordan Seaton with the No. 5 overall pick.

With the Jaguars’ first-round pick, he has Philadelphia bringing in South Carolina quarterback LaNorris Sellers.

“Once upon a time, Philadelphia Eagles general manager Howie Roseman drafted Jalen Hurts despite Carson Wentz already being on the team’s roster and signed to a long-term contract. Less than a year later, Wentz was gone and Hurts became the team’s starting quarterback,” Sobleski wrote.

“With the uncertainty surrounding Hurts’ health and his inconsistent play over the last two seasons, Roseman should strongly consider a similar approach, particularly with an extra first-round pick now in the team’s back pocket.”

Sellers has played well this season for the Gamecocks. He has completed 62.8 percent of his pass attempts for 2,100 yards, 17 touchdowns, and seven interceptions. On the ground, he has racked up 637 yards and seven more touchdowns.

Hurts is known for his dual-threat ability. Bringing in a quarterback like Sellers would allow the Eagles to continue the same offensive system they have already had in place.

Whether or not Hurts will be back next season remains an unknown. But, if Philadelphia chooses to target a quarterback in the NFL Draft, Sellers could make a lot of sense as a potential fit due to his skill-set and play style.