Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts gets tackled during an NFL game against the Washington Commanders on Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024, at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Md. Hurts sustained a concussion on the play. (Photo by John McDonnell/ for The Washington Post via Getty Images)

Jalen Hurts is still in the NFL's concussion protocol, forcing the Philadelphia Eagles to play against Dallas without their star quarterback. The Eagles will turn to backup Kenny Pickett on Sunday because Hurts is still dealing with the lingering effects of a concussion suffered against Washington.

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is officially out against the Dallas Cowboys for Sunday's Week 17 game. Hurts remains in concussion protocol, meaning Kenny Pickett will be the starter. Eagles fans had their holiday season somewhat spoiled when Hurts exited Philadelphia's Week 16 showdown against the Commanders early after suffering a head injury.