Jalen Hurts is the current quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles franchise in the NFL. His mental toughness and leadership qualities are one of the best at quarterback position in the league. Once upon a time, even if it was for a brief period, he did held the record for being the highest-paid player in NFL history, when securing a remarkable contract extension valued at $255 million.
The football phenom boasts an extraordinary career with notable accolades. In 2022, he secured Second-team All-Pro honors, a Pro Bowl spot, and the prestigious Bert Bell Award. He was selcted to Pro Bowl once again 2023. His collegiate success includes being an important part of the 2017 CFP National Championship and earning Offensive MVP in the 2018 Sugar Bowl. His other noteworthy titles include Big 12 Offensive Newcomer of the Year in 2019 and First-team All-Big 12.
In 2016, he secured honors such as First-team All-SEC, SEC Offensive Player of the Year, and SEC Freshman of the Year. Hurts holds an NFL joint-record for the most rushing touchdowns in a season by a quarterback - 15.
Jalen Hurts' Postseason Wins
Jalen Hurts holds a postseason record of 2-3 as of September 2024. He had secured victories in two playoff appearances while experiencing defeat in three others. In 2021 season, he participated in a single playoff game during the NFC Wild Card round, where the Eagles lost against Tampa Bay Buccaneers. In 2022, he made appearances in three playoff games, which were in the NFC Divisional, NFC Championship, and Super Bowl. Hurts emerged victorious in both the NFC Divisional and NFC Championship matchups. However, Hurts and Eagles came up short against Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII. The 2023 playoffs was reminiscent of 2021, as once again Tampa Bay Buccaneers blew out Philly.
Jalen Hurts Super Bowl Appearances and Record
Jalen Hurts has made one Super Bowl appearance (as of September 2024). His appearance was in the Super Bowl LVII in 2023. Hurts appeared as a QB for the Eagles and made a great contribution to the team. However, the team didn't manage to win against the Kansas City Chiefs. The game ended in a 38-35 score in favor of the Chiefs.
Hurts achieved remarkable milestones in the Super Bowl LVII. He shattered the 23-year-old Super Bowl record for most rushing yards by a quarterback, previously held by Steve McNair. His three touchdowns and a two-point conversion tied with the record for the highest point total in a Super Bowl (held by McNair), reaching a total of 20 points.
Super Bowl | Opponent | Result |
Super Bowl LVII On February 12, 2023 | Kansas City Chiefs | Loss - 38-35 |
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A. Jalen Hurts hasn't won the Championship rings yet (as of September 2024).
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A. Jalen Hurts threw 15 interceptions in the 2023 season.