Jalen Hurts benched at last second by Eagles prior to preseason game vs. Patriots

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The Eagles made a last second change at quarterback on Thursday night, benching Jalen Hurts and starting Joe Flacco in his place.

Hurts missed the game due to an illness. The rest of the starters on offense, minus Jason Kelce, played.

The illness was not COVID related, according to the team.

Hurts appeared to feel fine prior to the game as he warmed up, dancing and getting ready with the rest of his teammates.

Here is video of Hurts prior to the game:

More details to come as they emerge.

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