For the first time since the Eagles traded quarterback Sam Bradford to the Vikings, head coach Doug Pederson addressed the Philadelphia media and named Carson Wentz the starting quarterback for the team's Week 1 game against Cleveland. Here's a recap of Pederson's press conference:
Coach Pederson: I want to thank Sam Bradford for everything he's done. He came in here and did everything we asked of him.
Coach Pederson names Carson Wentz the starter for Week 1 versus Cleveland. #FlyEaglesFly pic.twitter.com/KQUZiGsysD
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) September 5, 2016
Coach Pederson: I'm excited.