Colin Cowherd claims Jalen Hurts rode Eagles’ offense to success after receiving low QB ranking from NFL executives

NFL: Philadelphia Eagles Minicamp - Source: Imagn
NFL: Philadelphia Eagles Minicamp - Source: Imagn

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts led his team to the Super Bowl last season, but that did not stop NFL executives, coaches, and scouts from ranking him a lowly ninth in a recent quarterback survey.

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Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes led the list, followed by Josh Allen, Joe Burrow and Lamar Jackson. Only Baker Mayfield was ranked lower than Hurts in the top 10 list.

However, NFL analyst Colin Cowherd agrees with Hurts' ranking on the list.

"That's about as close to my list as you can get," he said on 'The Herd' on Tuesday. "The reaction on Jalen Hurts being nine was predictable. 'This is a bunch of nonsense. I can't believe it.' Take a deep breath. The Eagles offense was top 10 in everything, pass blocking, run blocking, rushing, receiving, yet they were 21st in passing."
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Cowherd then highlighted how more than 33% of Hurts' total touchdowns in 2024 came from the Tush Push play.

"Oh, by the way, 11 of his 32 total touchdowns came on rushes of one or fewer yards. Take out the tush push. He had the same number of touchdowns as Bryce Young, they passed the ball less than any team in the NFL at 24 times a game. Jalen Hurts is responsible for that."
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Should Jalen Hurts be ranked higher?

In terms of a winning resume and performing in big moments, there is a case for Hurts to be ranked as high as No. 2, only behind Mahomes. Hurts is a Super Bowl champion, a Super Bowl MVP, and has been to the big game on two occasions.

However, in terms of pure statistics, Hurts does fall considerably short when compared to other QBs on the list, especially in total yards and total touchdowns. Although he has more championships than Justin Herbert, Lamar Jackson, and Joe Burrow, Hurts does not have as many yards and touchdowns as any of the three star QBs.

However, leading the Eagles to another Super Bowl this coming season could boost his case.

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