Foles believes that he's getting a fair shot to win the Eagles' starting QB job, CSN's Geoff Mosher reports.

Analysis: Foles also noted that he wouldn't be shocked if coach Chip Kelly didn't name a starting QB until shortly before Week 1. Still, despite Foles' comments, the consensus remains that veteran Michael Vick has the early advantage in the competition over both Foles and draftee Matt Barkley.

In light of Michael Vick's new contract with Philadelphia, Foles is less likely to start for the team in 2013.

Analysis: There still figures to be a quarterback competition in Philadelphia leading up to the regular season, but it's difficult to see Foles beating out Vick, who has far better physical tools for new coach Chip Kelly to work with in an offense that could ask its quarterback to run a fair amount.

Foles finished the 2012 season with 1,699 yards, six touchdowns and five interceptions passing (60.8 percent completed, 6.4 YPA) while running for 42 yards and a touchdown as a six-game starter.

Analysis: Foles showed the ability to beat up on weaker defenses and generally improved as time passed, but he'll likely head into 2013 with significant competition for the starting quarterback spot in Philadelphia. New coach Chip Kelly is known for his hurry-up offense that's primarily built out of quick-hitting plays loaded with misdirection, and it would add another element of trickery if the Eagles could find a better runner than Foles. With that said, Kelly is a creative coach who can work around most players' skill sets, so Foles' pocket passing nature won't preclude him from starting in 2013.

Nick Foles: (Hand) Placed on IR

Foles (hand) has been placed on injured reserve, Jeff McLane of the Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Analysis: The hairline fracture in Foles' hand will take about three weeks to heal. Michael Vick is in line to get the start in Foles' place in the season finale against the Giants.

Nick Foles: Suffers Fractured Hand

Coach Andy Reid said that Foles' hand injury, a hairline fracture, will require a recovery of about three weeks, Jeff McLane of the Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Analysis: While it's obviously not the way Foles wanted his rookie season to end, there has to be some relief that his injury is relatively minor. With Foles unavailable, Michael Vick is in line to start Sunday's season-finale against the Giants.

Nick Foles: (Hand) Won't Play in Week 17

Foles will miss Sunday's game against the Giants due to a hairline fracture in his hand, Jeff McLane of the Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Analysis: Meanwhile, coach Andy Reid said Monday that there's a pretty good chance that Michael Vick will start in place of Foles on Sunday.

Foles completed 32-of-48 passes for 345 yards with one touchdown and one interception Sunday against the Redskins. He also added 10 rushing yards on four carries, but lost a fumble.

Analysis: Foles eclipsed the 300-yard mark for the second time in the last three games, as the Eagles continued to air it out, despite the return of starting running back LeSean McCoy. Foles had the Eagles in position for a late touchdown, but he was called for intentional grounding with less than 10 seconds left in the game and the subsequent penalty ended the contest. Up next in Week 17 is a matchup against a Giants' defense that has struggled to slow opposing passing games this season.

Michael Vick: I must accept my backup role 'like a man'

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick knows Andy Reid won't be moving rookie Nick Foles out of the starting lineup for the remainder of the season. That makes Vick the most well-compensated backup quarterback on the planet.

Analysis: Turnovers, a lack of production and ultimately injury have led Vick to the bench -- a move fantasy owners made well before he was hurt. Foles has played relatively well in Vick's absence, but not well enough to become a fantasy commodity this late in the season.

Foles completed 16-of-33 passes for 182 yards with a touchdown and a pick in Thursday's loss to the Bengals. He also had two carries for five yards.

Analysis: Foles also fumbled once, which was one of five turnovers that the Eagles committed Thursday, which totally sunk their efforts to climb to 5-9. Next up for Foles in Week 16 are the Redskins, who are allowing 289.3 passing yards per game (only the Bucs, who Foles torched in Week 14, have allowed more) to go along a a league-high 27 passing TDs to date.

Eagles without three players on TNF

Quarterback Michael Vick and running back LeSean McCoy have been ruled out with the concussion symptoms that have kept them off the grid for weeks, the team announced Wednesday. The team will also go without tight end Brent Celek because of the concussion he suffered in Sunday's win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. FULL REPORT

Analysis: Nick Foles and Bryce Brown will continue their lead roles against the Bengals on Thursday Night Football. Though the Bengals allow plenty of yardage through the air, they are tied for the third-fewest (14) passing scores allowed. Against the run, however, the unit is tied with the seventh-most (11) touchdowns allowed.

Michael Vick, LeSean McCoy return to Eagles practice

Michael Vick and LeSean McCoy were back at practice Tuesday after passing their concussion tests the previous day, but their availability for Thursday night's game against the Cincinnati Bengals remains uncertain.

Analysis: Nick Foles has been named the starter for the remainder of the season, which pretty much rules out Vick. It also seems unlikely that McCoy will see any action during a short week, so you can start Bryce Brown with a high degree of certainty.

Foles completed 32-of-51 passes for 381 yards and two touchdowns Sunday against the Buccaneers. He also had three carries for 27 rushing yards and a rushing touchdown.

Analysis: A monster game for the rookie signal caller, who threw a touchdown to Jeremy Maclin as time expired to win the game for the Eagles. Foles connected with eight different receivers and still managed the large yardage total despite losing starting-tight end Brent Celek early to a concussion. Foles' 27 rushing yards and rushing touchdown were of a particular surprise to fantasy owners, after he hadn't rushed for a single yard in four games heading into Sunday's contest. A home game against the Bengals awaits in Week 15.

Nick Foles: Starting QB for Rest of Season

Head coach Andy Reid said Monday that Foles is the Eagles' starting quarterback for the rest of the season, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Analysis: As long as Foles can stay healthy himself, it looks like Michael Vick may have taken his last snap for the Eagles. At 3-9, it's time for the team to continue to see what they have in Foles, a third-round pick back in April. Next up for the Eagles in Week 14 are the Bucs, who have surrendered 286 passing yards per game and eight total touchdowns through the air over their past four outings.

Foles completed 22-of-34 passes for 251 yards and one touchdown in Sunday's loss to the Cowboys.

Analysis: Foles had a decent game, but missed some open receivers at times. Michael Vick is still working his way back from a concussion, and it's uncertain if Vick will be back for the Eagles' Week 14 matchup against the Buccaneers. With the season all but lost, it would be surprising if the team benched Foles if they see him as the quarterback of the future.

McCoy, Vick ruled out

Eagles running back LeSean McCoy and quarterback Michael Vick remain out with their concussions. FULL INJURY ROUNDUP

Analysis: It will be the Nick Foles and Bryce Brown show once again versus the Cowboys. Foles has struggled as a starter, but Brown could make an impact against a Dallas defense which is allowing 108 yards rushing per game and nine touchdowns.

Foles will start against Dallas on Sunday with Michael Vick (concussion) out.

Analysis: Foles is barely worth using in two-QB leagues, as he heads into Sunday with one touchdown and three interceptions in two games while averaging just 5.5 yards per pass.

Foles will continue to take the Eagles' practice reps at QB on Thursday and is on track to start Sunday night's game against the Cowboys, the team's official site reports.

Analysis: Michael Vick (concussion) did not pass his ImPACT test on Wednesday, which sets the stage for Foles to make his third straight start Sunday night. Foles' first two starts were less than stellar, with no TDs and two picks in consecutive losses, but he did show some potential during the preseason, so it would be premature to write him off, despite the so-so early returns. That said, he's not an especially high-percentage play in Week 13, especially with the Eagles having lost playmaking wideout DeSean Jackson for the season.

Nick Foles likely to start for Philadelphia Eagles

Andy Reid told reporters Tuesday that rookie quarterback Nick Foles is likely to make his third consecutive start Sunday night against the Dallas Cowboys. The Eagles coach confirmed that Vick has yet to pass the fourth and final stage of the league's concussion protocol, but we're not sure Foles wouldn't get the start anyway.

Analysis: The Eagles are in disarray all the way around and injuries to LeSean McCoy and DeSean Jackson aren't helping things. There was limited fantasy value on this roster anyway. Now, it's best to look elsewhere for help.

Coach Andy Reid said Tuesday that Foles is likely to start Sunday night against the Cowboys, NFL.com reports.

Analysis: Vick has yet to pass the final stage of the league's concussion protocol. Even if he is cleared to play Sunday, Vick is not guaranteed to start. If Foles does indeed start Sunday, it will be his third straight start.

Foles completed 16-of-21 passes for 119 yards against Carolina on Monday.

Analysis: Clearly, Foles is not fit for a starting role at the moment. Although he didn't turn the ball over, 119 yards in 21 attempts leave a lot to be desired. Even those in two-QB leagues hopefully have a better option.

Foles will make his second consecutive start Monday night against the Panthers.

Analysis: Michael Vick (concussion) is said to be making progress, but Foles will get a chance to bounce back from his rough showing against the Redskins back in Week 11. He'll have to do so without the talents of LeSean McCoy (concussion) -- who will be replaced by rookie Bryce Brown -- in his backfield, but a strong effort on the part of Foles on Monday could lead to his QB-of-the-future audition being extended further.

Brown, Foles to get the start

Don't expect to see Michael Vick or LeSean McCoy on the field for the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday night. Vick and McCoy, who are both recovering from concussions -- sat out practice Saturday and won't play against the Carolina Panthers, according to The Philadelphia Inquirer. FULL REPORT

Analysis: Offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinwegsaid Friday that Bryce Brown would be the starting running back against the Panthers. Though the Panthers are ranked 19th against the run, between Nick Foles' rough start and Brown getting his first start of the season, fantasy owners should consider other options.

Nick Foles: In Line to Start Again

Foles is in line to make his second consecutive start Monday night against the Panthers, Jeff McLane of the Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Analysis: With Michael Vick still in Phase 1 in the league's protocol for returning from a concussion, Foles has been taking all of the Eagles' practice reps at QB, so while his Monday assignment has yet to be officially confirmed, it looks like he'll get a chance in Week 12 to bounce back from the struggles that he experienced this past weekend against the Redskins.

Foles completed 21-of-46 passes for 204 yards and two interceptions Sunday against the Redskins.

Analysis: A very tough game for Foles, who also fumbled three times, but got lucky enough to not lose any of them. The Redskins' pass defense came into Sunday as one of the worst in the NFL, but the rookie quarterback did nothing to cement that home. The Eagles' offense is a mess right now and could get worse if LeSean McCoy has to miss any time, after sustaining a concussion Sunday.

Vick could face long-term benching

A four-part series on player health and safety with reporter Andrea Kremer aired Tuesday through Friday on NFL Network: Eagles head athletic trainer Rick Burkholder said Vick -- who suffered a concussion in a Week 10 loss to the Dallas Cowboys -- finished below the baseline, following impact testing Friday, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer. Burkholder said he usually will administer a three- or four-phased exercise challenge, but Vick wasn't up to it. FULL REPORT

Analysis: As rumored, it looks like Vick could potentially be shut down for the rest of the season. With no real chance of making the playoffs, Andy Reid might want to see what the rookie can do in the long-term.

Vick ruled OUT

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick is not playing this week against the Washington Redskins, a source briefed on the player's condition told NFL.com and NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. READ: BREAKING NEWS

Analysis: As poorly as Vick has been playing, a change might salvage the values of DeSean Jackson , Jeremy Maclin and Brent Celek. With the Eagles squaring off against the porous Redskins secondary, owners in a bind could give the wideouts and Foles consideration.

Nick Foles: Set to Start Sunday

Foles will start Sunday's game against the Redskins, NFL.com reports.

Analysis: With Michael Vick not available to play this week, Foles will get a crack at a Redskins defense that has allowed 301.7 passing yards per game to date. Only two teams have allowed more. Whether or not he starts beyond Week 11 obviously hinges on Vick's health, but a strong performance on Foles' part Sunday, could lead to added clamoring for a more permanent changing of the guard at QB in Philadelphia.

Foles took first-team QB reps Wednesday and will start Sunday against the Redskins if Michael Vick is unable to play, the Eagles' official site reports.

Analysis: At this point, Vick (concussion) has yet to be cleared to play this week, so it looks like Foles is in line to make his first NFL start Sunday. It remains to be seen if he will be next in a series of Eagles' QBs to successfully step in for an injured starter, but assuming that Foles is behind center this weekend, his cause is helped by the fact that Redskins have allowed 301.7 passing yards per game (only two teams have allowed more) and a league-high 20 passing TDs to date.

Vick not definitely ruled out yet

Vick was not at Philadelphia Eagles practice Wednesday as he recovers from his concussion, but coach Andy Reid said he wasn't ruling out the quarterback. Vick's headaches have subsided, which is a positive. FULL REPORT

Analysis: Reid indicated earlier in the week that Vick suffered a "significant" concussion, so we'd be stunned if he played. The Eagles' season essentially is over, and it's a perfect time to get a look at what rookie quarterback Nick Foles could do in Reid's system.

Vick could be done for the season

Yahoo! Sports' Jason Cole wrote Monday "it's a pretty strong bet" Vick will be rested for the balance of the regular season. Cole cited two sources in reporting that Eagles coach Andy Reid will attempt to use the season's final seven games to establish Nick Foles as a credible starter. This could allow Reid to save his own job in the process. FULL REPORT

Analysis: It looks like the fantasy torture which has been Michael Vick is now over. Foles could provide some decent stats against the Redskins porous secondary, but it might be wisest to take a wait and see approach before starting him.

Nick Foles: Expected To Start Against Washington

Foles is expected to start against Washington on Sunday, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports.

Analysis: Foles should make for a decent fill-in option against a weak Washington secondary for those who lack other good options, while those in two-QB leagues will want to add Foles immediately.

With Michael Vick having sustained a concussion Sunday, Foles will take first-team QB reps for the Eagles on Wednesday, the team's official site reports.

Analysis: Although coach Andy Reid did not rule Vick out for Sunday's game against the Redskins, the QB's concussion was described as "pretty significant," which suggests that it is likely that Foles is in line to make his first NFL start this weekend.

Foles completed 22-of-32 passes for 219 yards with one touchdown, one interception and one lost fumble Sunday against the Cowboys.

Analysis: Foles came on in the second quarter after starter Michael Vick was knocked out of the game with a concussion. Whether Vick is able to pass the concussion tests this week may not matter as fans have been clamoring for Foles to be named the starter. If Foles is able to hold onto the job, he's got a great matchup next week against a Redskins defense that is ranked 31st in the NFL.

Vick injured, ruled out

Michael Vick was taken to the locker room during Sunday's game against the Dallas Cowboys and and was diagnosed with a concussion. He has been ruled out. Vick also has an eye injury after being slammed to the turf by Cowboys nose tackle Jay Ratliff. FULL REPORT

Analysis: The Eagles are down just to Nick Foles at quarterback, as third-stringer Trent Edwards is inactive and wide receiver Jason Avant, who serves as the emergency QB, is out with a hamstring.

Andy Reid commits to Michael Vick despite Eagles' ills

The Nick Foles era is approaching, but after the game, Reid committed to Vick as his starting quarterback next week.

Analysis: Philadelphia's awful offensive line is making Vick even more of a liability for fantasy owners. His 18.18 points on Monday night was respectable, but not what many had hoped for against a bad New Orleans defense. At this point, you have two options, bench him or ride it out and hope for the best. Don't expect to get commensurate value in a trade.

Vick to start

The Eagles announced Wednesday, via text, that Michael Vick will start at quarterback this week against the New Orleans Saints. FULL REPORT

Analysis: We'd argue that Vick has not played that poorly in his last two games. The Eagles' defense certainly was the bigger problem in the loss to the Atlanta Falcons. Vick has suffered from terrible pass protection all season, but that should improve this week against one of the worst pass defenses in the NFL.

Vick's days numbered?

NFL.com's Adam Schein believes it's time to start Nick Foles at quarterback. "Michael Vick's news conference following the Eagles' non-competitive loss to the Atlanta Falcons was telling. He knows his days as the starting quarterback are numbered. While it isn't all Vick's fault that the Eagles are losing, he has been horrible this year, and has been irresponsible when it comes to protecting the football." READ: WHAT EAGLES SHOULD DO NEXT

Analysis: Don't expect a change to happen this week. With a matchup against the Saints 30th ranked secondary, Vick should get one last chance to see if he can break out of his funk. If he struggles, it could be time to look for other options.

Vick still the starter

Andy Reid is open to change, but NFL.com and NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported Monday the Eagles coach isn't ready to commit to a quarterback switch because he doesn't view Vick as the team's lone problem, according to a pair of sources inside the organization. Both sources said they wouldn't be surprised if Michael Vick is benched. FULL REPORT

Analysis: Vick gives the Eagles the best chance to win, so it looks like Reid will stick with him for the short-term. A matchup against the Redskins awful secondary next week could be just what the doctor ordered to cure his woes.

With the Eagles in the midst of a three-game losing streak, there is speculation that the team may bench Michael Vick in favor of Foles.

Analysis: While no announcement to that effect has been made, nor is it a lock to happen this week leading up to next Monday's game against the Saints, but for those in QB-heavy leagues looking to throw a speculative dart, Foles is worth a shot, given his solid preseason showing and Vick's shaky job security.

Vick's job safe...for now

Reid held a news conference and said he's still evaluating and "going through the process of what I'm deciding." He said Michael Vick will remain the starter at quarterback, but still will be evaluated.

Analysis: Vick has been the ultimate risk/reward quarterback in fantasy this year, but his constant turnover issues could be his undoing. Hopefully fantasy owners picked up a quality backup since this was always a possibility. Keep an eye on Vick's status after the bye week. If he falters, Nick Foles gets a chance.

Foles completed 4-of-6 passes for 46 yards during Thursday's preseason win over the Jets.

Analysis: Foles appears to have won the backup job, finishing the competition ahead of Trent Edwards and Mike Kafka. With Michael Vick's injury history, it's not implausible to believe that Foles could see some field time this year.

Foles completed 12-of-19 passes for 146 yards with two touchdowns and an interception in Philadelphia's preseason victory Friday at Cleveland.

Analysis: Foles showed great poise in his first professional start in the absence of Michael Vick (ribs), bouncing back from an interception on his second attempt of the game to put up a very solid line. Overall, Foles has thoroughly impressed the coaching staff and his teammates alike during his first training camp, going 36-of-57 for 507 yards, six TDs, and two interceptions over three contests. If Vick was to miss any time this season due to injury, which is highly likely considering his past, Foles appears ready to fill in immediately and direct the offense effectively.

Nick Foles: Set to Start Friday

Foles will start at quarterback for the Eagles on Friday against the Browns, the Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Analysis: With Michael Vick likely to sit out the Eagles' last two preseason games and Mike Kafka dealing with a hand injury, this is a golden opportunity for Foles -- who impressed in Monday's preseason game against the Patriots -- to make a case to lock down the Eagles' No. 2 QB job. Given Michael Vick's injury history and the weapons the Eagles' have on offense, it's not an insignificant assignment from a fantasy perspective.

In relief of the injured Michael Vick, Foles completed 18-of-28 passes for 217 yards with a pair of touchdowns and an interception in Monday's preseason win over the Patriots. Foles also ran twice for 24 yards.

Analysis: Though it was against a New England defense that was playing without a number of starters, the 6-6 Foles displayed poise, arm strength and a solid grasp of the Eagles' offense after taking over for Vick. With Mike Kafka dealing with a hand injury and Vick dinged up, Foles could draw the Eagles' starting assignment Friday against the Browns.

Nick Foles: Could Earn Backup Role

With Mike Kafka (hand) out roughly three weeks, Foles will get a chance to earn the top backup spot at quarterback.

Analysis: He wouldn't be worth drafting outside of perhaps two-QB leagues, but Foles would be closer to the field than most backups if he were to end up behind only Michael Vick at quarterback. Vick is obviously a bigger injury worry than the typical quarterback.

Foles completed 6-of-10 passes for 144 yards and two touchdowns against the Steelers on Thursday.

Analysis: The big third-round pick is a lock to make the Philadelphia roster, and he could compete for the top backup role sooner than expected if he keeps performing like he did Thursday. Mike Kafka, however, probably still has the upper hand due to his experience advantage.

Foles agreed to a four-year deal with the Eagles on Monday, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports.

Analysis: Foles, a third round pick, will battle with Mike Kafka and Trent Edwards for a backup role to Michael Vick. Given the Eagles' investment, expect Foles to make the final roster ahead of at least one of those two quarterbacks.