Hurts did not clear the concussion protocol in time for the team in preparation for their Sunday showdown against the Dallas Cowboys and is now officially out. It will be the first game Hurts misses since a shoulder injury cost him two games at the end of the 2022 season.

The Philadelphia Eagles have ruled out starting quarterback Jalen Hurts for Sunday's game with the Dallas Cowboys. Hurts is in concussion protocol and won't be ready to play. Kenny Pickett will replace Hurts for the NFC East leaders.

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)