Eagles Claim QB Ian Book Off Waivers
The Philadelphia Eagles claimed quarterback Ian Book off waivers on Tuesday, adding a third quarterback to their roster behind Jalen Hurts and Gardner Minshew. The fourth-round pick in the 2021 NFL Draft was cut by the New Orleans Saints earlier in the day. Coming out of Notre Dame in 2021, many viewed Book as a play caller with severe limitations, chiefly struggles with accuracy and decision making. Former Saints coach Sean Payton saw enough upside to take a chance on the young thrower following Drew Brees’ retirement, but with Payton gone at the end of last season, a future in New Orleans be...