Jalen Hurts has established himself as the Eagles’ starting quarterback and the three-year process could be featured as a ‘TED Talk’ or ‘Masterclass’ on perseverance, hard work, and trusting your process.
The former second-round pick went from potential career backup and fill-in for Carson Wentz to the most talked-about athlete in Philadelphia, and a legit MVP candidate.
Hurts made NFL history this season, and his 23 rushing touchdowns in his first 32 starts, the most in league history for a quarterback in that span.
With the Birds just days away from kicking off Super Bowl 57, owner Jeffrey Lurie was asked about his quarterback landing a long-term deal.
Eagles CEO Jeff Lurie told Sal Paolantonio Jalen Hurts has “nothing to prove” to be viewed as long term answer at QB.
Asked if contract extension negotiations are in the future, Lurie said: “He’s just what we’re looking for.”
— Tim McManus (@Tim_McManus) February 7, 2023
This season when available, Hurts led the Eagles to a 14-1 record (.933 winning percentage) as a starter, completing 306-of-460 (66.5%) attempts for 3,701 yards (8.0 avg.), 22 TDs, 6 INTs, and 101.6 passer rating, while also rushing for 760 yards and 13 TDs. In total, Hurts combined for 4,461 yards and 35 TDs.
With Justin Herbert and Joe Burrow likely to reset the market, Howie Roseman will look to get Hurts signed and delivered long before the two AFC gunslinger sign their new deals.
