The New England Patriots may not have a long history with quarterback Ian Book as he was a member of the franchise for a very short period of time. Book was with the Patriots for five days back in 2023.

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. (WKBN) – Former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett will get his first start of the season for the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday after starting QB Jalen Hurts was officially ruled out with a concussion.

Former Pitt Panthers quarterback Kenny Pickett will make his first start for the Philadelphia Eagles in their next matchup. Eagles starting quarterback Jalen Hurts suffered a concussion on the second drive of their 36-33 road loss to NFC East divisional rival in the Washington Commanders in Week 16,

The status of Jalen Hurts is still in doubt heading into this weekend. So, the Philadelphia Eagles decided to make a move to set up an insurance policy. The Eagles signed quarterback Ian Book on Thursday morning.

According to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo, the Eagles are signing QB Ian Book to their practice squad. It’s worth noting Philadelphia QB Jalen Hurts did not practice Wednesday with a concussion while QB Kenny Pickett was limited with a rib injury.

The Pittsburgh Steelers will watch a weekend slate of football as they prepare for the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 18, and it appears they'll get a chance to watch their former starting quarterback. The Philadelphia Eagles are heading into Week 17 against the Dallas Cowboys preparing to start Kenny Pickett at quarterback as Jalen Hurts remains in concussion protocol.