An unexpected former New Orleans Saints quarterback is back in the news. Ian Book signed with the Philadelphia Eagles practice squad after Jalen Hurts (concussion) and Kenny Pickett (ribs) were nicked up by injuries,

With Jalen Hurts' status up-in-the-air, the Philadelphia Eagles have added support to the depth chart at the quarterback position. The Eagles are signing quarterback Ian Book to the practice squad after he visited the team on Wednesday,

With injuries to Jalen Hurts and Kenny Pickett, the Philadelphia Eagles have signed a known alternative at the quarterback position for a key time in the 2024 NFL season. Injuries to quarterbacks Jalen Hurts and Kenny Pickett forced the Philadelphia Eagles to move quickly to find a replacement who can serve as an asset to head coach Nick Sirianni at a critical time in the 2024 NFL season.

Starter Jalen Hurts took a hit in the 36-33 loss to Washington Commanders last Sunday and his replacement, Kenny Pickett, hurt his ribs in the same game.