Sun Jan 12 14:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Eagles QB Hurts Cleared, Ready for Wild Card Showdown Against Packers
**Philadelphia, PA** – Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been cleared from concussion protocol and is ready to lead his team into Sunday’s Wild Card playoff game against the Green Bay Packers, Head Coach Nick Sirianni announced Friday. Hurts, who also sustained a left finger injury, was a full participant in practice for the second consecutive day. “He’s had a good week of practice. Really good week,” Sirianni stated. Hurts himself expressed confidence, saying, “I feel ready to go.”
Key offensive players A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith are also expected to play. Brown, who sat out Thursday’s practice to rest a knee injury, declared himself ready, stating, “We going.” Smith, who missed Friday’s practice as a precaution for a back injury, is also expected to suit up.
The Eagles will be without offensive linemen Trevor Keegan (illness) and Byron Young (hamstring), who are listed as out. The team also placed Jack Driscoll (ankle) on Injured Reserve and signed Brett Toth to the active roster.
On the Packers’ side, starting quarterback Jordan Love, dealing with right elbow soreness, was a full participant in practice. Backup quarterback Malik Willis, who injured a finger, was also fully cleared. Defensive tackle T.J. Slaton was limited with an ankle injury.
The Eagles are brimming with excitement for the home game, drawing confidence from their experience and team chemistry. The matchup promises to be a thrilling contest between two playoff-bound teams.
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