Philadelphia Eagles QB Carson Wentz isn't expected to play for a few more weeks

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz isn't expected to play for "a few more weeks," according to a report from Ian Rapoport of NFL Network on Thursday.

Wentz is recovering from two torn knee ligaments suffered in Week 14 last December. He has not received medical clearance for contact but has been taking part in 11-on-11 drills since mid-August.

According to the report, the Eagles intend to be "overly cautious with the face of their franchise," and the team "will not put him out there until he is 100 percent."

Wentz started 13 games last season before the injury, leading the Eagles to an 11-2 mark while throwing 33 touchdowns and completing 60.2 percent of his passes (265 of 440).

Nick Foles, who led the Eagles to a Super Bowl championship after Wentz's injury, started Thursday night in the NFL opener against the visiting Atlanta Falcons.

The Eagles play at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sept. 16, host the Indianapolis Colts on Sept. 23 and visit the Tennessee Titans on Sept. 30.