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NFC Notes: Tanner McKee, J.J. McCarthy, Cowboys, Eagles, Giants

Former Browns HC Mike Pettine spoke at length about joining the Cowboys to assist DC Christian Parker as the team continued to struggle against the Packers on Sunday Night Football. “When somebody you care about reaches out, I just felt…

Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 10:00 PM
NFC Notes: Tanner McKee, J.J. McCarthy, Cowboys, Eagles, Giants
Key Things to Know
  • NFC teams are navigating major quarterback changes and coaching adjustments following Sunday's games.
  • Mike Pettine joined the Dallas Cowboys to support defensive coordinator Christian Parker.
  • Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Tanner McKee is set to start after Jalen Hurts suffered a season-ending injury.
The Story in 60 Seconds

NFC teams are managing critical coaching adjustments and quarterback changes across the division. Mike Pettine has joined the Dallas Cowboys coaching staff to assist defensive coordinator Christian Parker. Meanwhile, Philadelphia Eagles backup quarterback Tanner McKee is preparing for his first start following a season-ending injury to starter Jalen Hurts.

Elsewhere, New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh addressed quarterback questions following a near-comeback led by J.J. McCarthy in relief of Jameis Winston. Harbaugh stated that decisions regarding a potential quarterback switch were not up for discussion immediately following Sunday's game.

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