Eagles rule out Jalen Hurts for Cowboys game

The Philadelphia Eagles will face the Dallas Cowboys without their star quarterback, Jalen Hurts, who has been ruled out for the highly anticipated matchup due to physical issues. This news marks a significant blow to the Eagles' aspirations at this stage of the season, as Hurts is a key piece in the team's offensive scheme.

Hurts' injury and its impact
Hurts, who has led the Eagles with outstanding performances this season, is dealing with a right shoulder injury that prevents him from being 100%. According to reports from the team's medical staff, the decision to keep him out of the game was made as a preventative measure to avoid aggravating his condition.

Head coach Nick Sirianni commented on the situation:
"Jalen is a born competitor and always wants to be on the field, but we have to think about his long-term health and the future of the team. I trust the rest of the guys to come out ahead in this key game."

Alternative at quarterback
With Hurts out, the Eagles will turn to their backup quarterback, Marcus Mariota (or, failing that, the actual backup if it's different), who will have the responsibility of leading the attack against one of the most aggressive defenses in the NFL.

Although Mariota has experience in the league, expectations for the game are high, and the offense will have to quickly adapt to his style of play to keep up with the competitive pace.

A crucial matchup
The Eagles-Cowboys matchup is not only one of the most anticipated due to the historic rivalry between the two teams, but it also has important implications for the NFC East standings.

The Cowboys arrive with a solid record and will look to take advantage of Hurts' absence to consolidate their position in the conference. For their part, the Eagles will have to show that they can compete without their starting quarterback, relying on a solid defense and an effective ground game.