The Philadelphia Eagles' recent practice session turned out to be a testing ground for the team's offense, as frustrations ran high and backup quarterbacks failed to impress. The intense two-hour physical padded practice in the humid conditions served as a platform to expose the challenges faced by the team's key players.

During the crucial red zone drill, tensions flared for offensive linemen Landon Dickerson and DeVonta Smith. A strong defensive play by Jalen Carter resulted in a "sack" on quarterback Jalen Hurts, leaving Dickerson visibly frustrated. The precise cause of his anger remained uncertain, whether it was the play-calling or the execution on the offensive line that irked him. Smith, on the other hand, expressed his discontent with a play call or perhaps Hurts' decision-making as he angrily voiced his frustrations on the sideline.

Adding to the offensive woes, the Eagles' backup quarterbacks, Kenny Pickett and Tanner McKee, struggled to find their rhythm. McKee, in particular, faced a challenging series of plays, with rookie linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr breaking up his first pass and Ben VanSumeren intercepting his subsequent throw after a deflection by Julian Okwara. McKee's struggles persisted in the final red zone drill when Parry Nickerson intercepted his pass intended for Britain Covey, resulting in a touchdown.

Pickett didn't fare much better, as linebacker Brandon Smith disrupted one of his passes and Terrell Lewis batted down another during his first series. While Pickett managed to complete a few impressive throws to Jacob Harris, overall, his performance left much to be desired. A highlight-reel moment occurred when Pickett, under heavy pressure, attempted a deep pass to rookie Ainias Smith, only for it to be underthrown. However, Smith exhibited resilience by making the catch, only to be stripped by Nickerson, adding to his already challenging training camp.

The struggles of the backup quarterbacks raised concerns about the Eagles' offensive depth, particularly at right tackle. With Tyler Steen re-injuring his ankle and Mekhi Becton leaving practice with a leg injury, the team's options were severely limited. Brett Toth filled in at right guard, but the severity of Becton's injury remains unknown, potentially necessitating the signing of a replacement.

Despite the offensive struggles, there were positive moments for the Eagles. Jalen Hurts had an overall good day, avoiding any interceptions for the 14th consecutive practice. He showcased his skills with well-executed passes, including a beautiful deep fade to DeVonta Smith and a long gain to A.J. Brown on the other side of the field.

The Eagles have a walkthrough practice scheduled on Monday, closed to the media, followed by a full practice on Tuesday. These upcoming sessions present an opportunity for the team to address the offensive challenges and refine their strategies as the regular season approaches.