The 2024 NFL postseason is rapidly approaching, and the Philadelphia Eagles are gearing up for another deep playoff push. With a stellar 12-2 record heading into Week 16, the Eagles have established themselves as legitimate Super Bowl contenders. Under head coach Nick Sirianni, the team has been excelling on both offense and defense, leaving fans optimistic about their postseason prospects. However, the unpredictable nature of the NFL means that even the strongest teams can be derailed by injuries, especially at this critical juncture of the season.
Injuries are an inevitable part of football, making depth a crucial factor, particularly at the quarterback position. While Jalen Hurts has proven to be one of the league’s top quarterbacks, the Eagles’ backup options are less reassuring. This has raised the question of whether Philadelphia should bolster its quarterback room ahead of the playoffs, and a prime opportunity may have just presented itself.
Veteran quarterback Teddy Bridgewater recently announced his intention to come out of retirement and return to the NFL. Speaking on the NFL Network’s “Insiders” with Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero, Bridgewater said, “We’ll see how the next week and a half, two weeks play out. I might be signing with a team or something. Then returning back to coach high school football in February. So, we’ll see.”
Bridgewater’s announcement comes after a successful stint as the head coach at Miami Northwestern High School, his alma mater. He led the team to a 12-2 record and a dominant 41-0 victory in the Florida High School Athletic Association Division 3A Championship game. Now, with his coaching duties on hold, Bridgewater appears ready to contribute to an NFL team.
The Eagles could greatly benefit from adding Bridgewater. Their current backup, Kenny Pickett, has struggled in his NFL career, recording 4,479 passing yards, 13 touchdowns, and 13 interceptions in 24 starts. Third-string QB Tanner McKee, a 24-year-old rookie, has yet to make an NFL start and is unlikely to be ready for a high-pressure playoff scenario.
Bridgewater, on the other hand, brings a wealth of experience, with 65 career starts, a 66.4% completion rate, 15,120 passing yards, 75 touchdowns, and a 90.5 passer rating. His steady presence could be invaluable if injuries strike Hurts or if the team needs a reliable option in critical moments.
With injuries mounting across the league and competition for Bridgewater likely to heat up, Eagles general manager Howie Roseman may want to act quickly. Adding a seasoned veteran like Bridgewater could provide the Eagles with the security they need as they aim to secure a Super Bowl berth.
