From Eagles fan to starting QB, Kenny Pickett ‘pumped’ for chance to clinch division against Cowboys [Video]

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) — Kenny Pickett grew up watching the Philadelphia Eagles.

On Sunday, the New Jersey native will get to start at QB for his childhood team. And even more exciting — the chance to clinch the NFC East with a win over division rivals the Dallas Cowboys.

“It’s a big opportunity. We’ve been working hard to stay ready, you know, felt like I was in a good position the last game with my preparation,” Pickett said on Thursday before being named the Week 17 starter as Jalen Hurts remains in concussion protocol.

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When asked what young Pickett would think of the opportunity. He has this to say: “He would be pumped up man. He would be pumped up. I have a lot of family coming. It’s a surreal feeling, you know, having this opportunity. Doing everything I can to be prepared and ready for it, and I’m …