Carson Wentz doesn’t want to play for the Eagles if he’s going to be benched
The Philadelphia Eagles might be in bigger trouble under center after the 2020 season.
Three years ago, Carson Wentz looked to be the league MVP. His 2017 season was miraculous for the Philadelphia Eagles, ultimately setting them up for their first Super Bowl trophy in franchise history.
Fast forward to the year 2020 and there’s no guarantee Wentz remains in the City of Brotherly Love after the NFL season comes to a close.
According to reports from ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Wentz is not interested in remaining with the franchise should he be considered the backup long-term. Recently, the 27-year-old was benched in favor of rookie Jalen Hurts, who currently is 1-0 as the team’s starter.
While questions have persisted about what the Eagles will do with Carson Wentz, the more appropriate question might be what Carson Wentz will do with the Eagles. Sources believe Wentz is not pleased with recent events there.https://t.co/Y0GAX3WqCm
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 20, 2020
The franchise announced in Week 14 that Hurts would be the starter following his brief outing against the Packers. Following a 273-yard day from the rookie quarterback via the air and ground, Eagles coach Doug Pederson confirmed Hurts would get the call in Week 15 against the Arizona Cardinals.
According to multiple reports, teams are expected to inquire on Wentz’s status this upcoming offseason.
“Carson has been great. He’s been very supportive,” Hurts said on former starting quarterback earlier this week. “He has a lot of knowledge. I’m always open to listening to those things.”
What would it cost to move Wentz?
There’s no denying that Pederson has found more success without the former No.2 overall pick than with him. Career-wise, the duo have a record of 35-32-1. Without Wentz, Pederson is 11-2 all-time.
Wentz certainly has earned the right to be benched for the remainder of 2020 after a down season. Currently, he’s on pace to have the worst season of his career. Prior to his benching, Wentz led the NFL in interceptions (15) and sacks taken (50) and was 31st in completion percentage (58.1%).
The only question is, who would take Wentz’s lucrative contract? After signing a massive extension before the 2019 season, the Eagles still owe their “franchise guy” $98.4 million over the next four years.
That’s to say if a team would be willing to eat a chunk of that deal.
The 4-8-1 Eagles will travel out west to face Arizona Sunday. If Hurts thrives, the writing is on the wall for Wentz’s time in all but set.
Although the Eagles have little to play for, they could be gambling with their future to close out the season.