Where do Eagles go from here after potential trade of Carson Wentz?

Dec 20, 2020; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) and Carson Wentz (11) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 20, 2020; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) and Carson Wentz (11) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /
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Eagles target Trey Lance. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports /

Eagles must seriously consider taking QB with 6th pick

While the versatility of Hurts was on display at the end of the season for the Eagles, his efficiency as a passer was not great. His arm strength also appeared to be far below average, making his ability to push the ball down the field and outside the numbers  questionable at best. While it could be fun to give him a chance, the sustainability with Hurts under center is not met with a high probability of success.

Still holding the sixth overall pick, and another first rounder (no words on if is the 20th overall pick or a future first rounder), the Eagles would have plenty of ammunition to move up from that slot should the New York Jets not take Justin Fields or if they want to move back. Even with the sixth overall pick, one of Trey Lance or Zach Wilson could be on the board for the picking.

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Both Lance and Wilson have the legs of Hurts (even better legs, perhaps), with tremendously better arms and with far more accuracy than that of Hurts. Should general manager Howie Roseman feel less than settled on Hurts, the quarterback position is far too important to settle on. Do not be shocked to see the Eagles entertain a trade up or a quarterback at pick number six.