Eagles weigh resting starters or chasing the No. 2 seed in Week 18

Coach Nick Sirianni has not decided whether to rest starters or try for the No. 2 seed in Week 18. A Philadelphia win plus a Chicago Bears loss would clinch the No. 2 spot.

The Eagles are weighing how to handle Week 18, and coach Nick Sirianni has not made a final decision. A Philadelphia victory combined with a Chicago Bears loss would give the team the No. 2 seed. Sirianni noted past seasons when a bye week helped the team and that extra rest can matter as the playoffs begin. The staff will balance player health, seeding value and game preparation before choosing a lineup. What we know: - Sirianni said no decision has been made about playing starters in the season finale. - A win for the Eagles plus a Bears loss would secure the No. 2 seed for Philadelphia. - The Eagles have used byes and rested players in recent seasons to protect health before playoff runs. - If starters are rested, backup quarterback Tanner McKee would be the expected starter versus the Commanders. Summary: Sirianni and the Eagles are reviewing health and seeding scenarios before deciding. You may want to watch Sunday’s game and the Bears-Lions result; the team is expected to announce its approach after assessing players and matchups.