Sam Howell, who was acquired from the Minnesota Vikings in August, has been handling Philadelphia's QB2 duties with Tanner McKee on the sidelines. McKee, 25, hasn't practiced since fracturing his right thumb last month, leaving Eagles fans to wonder when he'd return to action. Eagles QB Tanner McKee Returns to Practice for 1st Time Since AugustThe Eagles didn't put McKee on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) before the 2025 season began, meaning they always expected the third-year gunslinger to return sooner rather than later. McKee created a lot of goodwill among Eagles fans with his limited action in 2024. Nevertheless, Eagles fans will keep a close eye on every step of progress McKee makes, patiently awaiting his return to the gridiron.