The Philadelphia Eagles announced Monday that they will pick up the fifth-year option for quarterback Carson Wentz, keeping him under team control through at least the 2020 season.
With Nick Foles leaving for the Jacksonville Jaguars in free agency, Wentz is clearly the team's franchise quarterback going forward. This move ensures that he remains with the team instead of potentially becoming a free agent after next season.
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