Lurie wishes Wentz’s tenure in Philly ended differently originally appeared on NBC Sports Washington
Carson Wentz’s five-year tenure with the Philadelphia Eagles was full of highs and lows. However, it ended in an ugly fashion, as he was benched for then-rookie Jalen Hurts in 2020 amidst a 4-11-1 season. A few months later, he was traded to Indianapolis.
Not even one year later, Wentz is back in the NFC East. The Commanders traded for Wentz earlier this month, hoping the 29-year-old can be the solution to Washington’s everlasting search for a franchise quarterback.
Speaking with local media in Florida during the NFL’s annual meetings, Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie was asked about Wentz — now that he’s back in the division. Lurie had plenty of positive things to say about his former QB and really emphasized the point that he wished Wentz’s time with the Eagles ended differently.
“It didn’t end how we envisioned it to end,” Lurie said. “But I’m always thankful.”
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