Why are NFL stars hyping up Jalen Hurts? Eagles QB outplaying MVP Patrick Mahomes at Super Bowl LVII

Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles started Super Bowl LVII in a dominating fashion as the Eagles quarterback scored a touchdown himself on the first drive of the game.

Hurts has performed admirably in his Super Bowl debut, outplaying Patrick Mahomes. Many expected Hurts to crumble under the pressure of the moment, but he has maintained his cool and is leading his team from the front.

Hurts received praise from other NFL players as well for his outstanding start in the Super Bowl against the Chiefs. After Hurts scored his second touchdown of the game, former Kansas City Chiefs receiver Tyreek Hill said:

"Jalen Hurts is ‘Him’ ladies and gentlemen"

In addition to Hill, New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson also lauded the Eagles quarterback and said:

"Jalen Hurts is the truth. Been the truth. For years. All y’all over scouting twitter wizards gather, n watch greatness tn."

Despite fumbling the ball once, which resulted in a Chiefs touchdown, Hurts has managed to stay poised to get the job done in the biggest game of his career.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes suffered another ankle injury late in the second half; if the NFL MVP does not recover, the Philadelphia Eagles could have an easy victory.

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Jalen Hurts first-half stats in Super Bowl LVII:

Jalen Hurts: Super Bowl LVII - Kansas City Chiefs v Philadelphia Eagles

In the first half of Super Bowl LVII, Hurts has completed 17/22 of his passes for 183 yards and a touchdown pass. He has also rushed for 63 yards on 11 carries for two rushing touchdowns.

After the end of the first half, the Philadelphia Eagles lead by 24-14 and have kept Mahomes away from displaying his greatness. Hurts has managed the game pretty well and will hope to continue doing so in the second half as well.

If things continue as they have, Hurts could very well lead the Philadelphia Eagles to a Super Bowl win, which would be a remarkable achievement. On the other hand, the Chiefs need a magical performance from their quarterback yet again to have a shot at winning the Super Bowl.