Eagles Coach Doug Pederson: Nick Foles To Start Season Opener Against Falcons

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PHILADELPHIA (CBS) - Eagles Coach Doug Pederson ends the speculation-- announcing that Nick Foles will start the season, as Carson Wentz continues to recover from knee surgery.

"In the best interest of everything about the football team and this decision, Nick Foles is the starter Week 1," said Pederson, who wasn't scheduled to speak to the media and plans to answer questions at his regular news conference on Tuesday.

Pederson became testy with reporters on Sunday when asked about Wentz's status.

While the Eagles might not have Carson Wentz to start the season, they do have reigning Super Bowl MVP Nick Foles. Wentz is still recovering from an ACL and LCL injury he suffered last December.

Foles replaced Wentz after his injury, leading the Eagles to a Super Bowl championship and earning MVP honors.