Eagles’ Tanner McKee spins a masterpiece in first career start

Philadelphia: Wow, did you catch Tanner McKee’s first start? He really knocked it out of the park! The Eagles took on the Giants and won 20-13, and McKee looked like a seasoned pro out there. He completed 66% of his passes, throwing for 269 yards and two touchdowns without a single turnover. Not bad for a rookie, right?

You wouldn’t have guessed it was his first game. He became just the second quarterback ever drafted in the sixth round or later to pull off such a feat in his debut. McKee was all smiles after the game, saying it felt amazing to finally be out there playing football. He had family in the stands cheering him on, which made it even more special.

His passer rating of 100.6 is the second-highest in Eagles history for a first start. He’s also the only quarterback in franchise history to throw four touchdowns in his first two games. That’s some serious talent! His teammates were impressed too, especially rookie running back Will Shipley, who said McKee really knows how to lead the team.

McKee spread the ball around nicely, connecting with several players who hadn’t had much action before. It was a real team effort, and you could see the chemistry building. He felt comfortable with the game plan and credited the offensive line for their solid communication.

Looking ahead, McKee might slide back to the No. 3 spot for the playoffs, but who knows? If Kenny Pickett’s ribs are still bothering him, he could move up. Coach Nick Sirianni was thrilled with McKee’s performance, saying he made smart decisions and showed great control of the game.

This kid has a bright future ahead. He’s got the size, poise, and accuracy that teams look for in a quarterback. It’s exciting to think about what’s next for him. McKee is ready to learn and grow from this experience, and I can’t wait to see what he does next!