When discussing players who cemented themselves in one season as one of the premier quarterbacks in the league, 1 name is going to come up in memory for quite some time. After question marks at every turn, Jalen Hurts solidified his place in the league.
He soldered his college football career at the University of Alabama, where he spent 3 seasons. In his final year, he took his salad to the University of Oklahoma. During his tenure at Alabama, he even won a CFP national championship game. By most accounts, he was a solid, if unspectacular, quarterback.
In the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft, the Philadelphia Eagles selected him with the 53rd overall pick. After getting the starting job in the 2021 season, Hurts turned in a solid season, even being named to the Pro Bowl as an NFC alternate. Further, he led all quarterbacks in rushing yards and touchdowns.
His 2022 season is when he truly took over, though. After finishing the season with a ridiculous 14-1 record, Hurts was on his way to solidifying himself. With 3700 passing yards and a 101.5 quarterback rating, he was named to his first career Pro Bowl. But, questions still remained.
However, by the end of the year, they remained no more. With a Super Bowl showing for the ages, Jalen has truly arrived. Now, fresh off minting a new contract that makes him the highest-paid player in NFL history, Hurts will look to overcome the final hurdle.
What is Jalen Hurts’ Age?
As of July 2023, Jalen Hurts is 24 years old. Jalen, who is born on August 7th, 1998 in Houston, Texas. Soon after he attended the Channelview high school in Channelview, Texas. With just two seasons under his belt. Hurts is among the younger quarterbacks in the league. Yet, that hasn't stopped him from solidifying himself as one of the league’s best. In two seasons, he's already come close to winning the NFL MVP Award and was a Hail Mary connection away from winning the Super Bowl.
In the game, he threw for 304 yards and a touchdown, while rushing for 70 more and scoring three rushing touchdowns, the most rushing yards and rushing touch routes by a quarterback in Super Bowl history. With 20 points scored, he holds the record for most points in a Super Bowl.
Now entering his third full season as a starter, Jalen is among the league favorites for MVP and his team looks poised for another run at the Super Bowl.
FAQs
Q. How much does Jalen Hurts make?
A. After signing a new contract in April 2023 Jayden is set to earn about $51 million per year.
A. After signing a new contract in April 2023 Jayden is set to earn about $51 million per year.
Q. Is Jalen Hurts Omega Psi Phi?
A. Yes, Hurts belongs to the historic African American college fraternity Omega Psi Phi.
A. Yes, Hurts belongs to the historic African American college fraternity Omega Psi Phi.
Q. Does Jalen Hurts have the most expensive NFL deal?
A. While Jalen Hurts was the most-paid pair in the NFL for about 10 days before Lamar Jackson took over, his deal is not the most expensive. Patrick Mahomes’ $450 billion contract with the Chiefs is the most expensive deal in NFL history.
A. While Jalen Hurts was the most-paid pair in the NFL for about 10 days before Lamar Jackson took over, his deal is not the most expensive. Patrick Mahomes’ $450 billion contract with the Chiefs is the most expensive deal in NFL history.
Q. Who is Jalen Hurts’ best friend?
A. Eagles wide receiver AJ Brown and Jalen have been friends since the latter’s days at Alabama Crimson Tide.
A. Eagles wide receiver AJ Brown and Jalen have been friends since the latter’s days at Alabama Crimson Tide.
Q. Is Jalen Hurts a Heisman Trophy winner?
A. Jalen finished as runner-up to Joe Barrow for the Heisman Trophy in 2019.
A. Jalen finished as runner-up to Joe Barrow for the Heisman Trophy in 2019.
