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Eagles Open Title Defense vs. Cowboys as Jalen Hurts’ Standing Divides Evaluators

Conflicting rankings alongside cautious models shape perceptions of the Super Bowl MVP entering Week 1.

Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles celebrates after scoring a four yard touchdown against the Dallas Cowboys during the first quarter in the game at Lincoln Financial Field on September 04, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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Jul 23, 2025; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) addresses media during training camp at NovaCare Complex. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Philadelphia visits Dallas on Thursday night to begin its first season after winning Super Bowl LIX.
  • Opinions diverge sharply, with Joe Montana placing Hurts fourth on a franchise-start list and NFL.com slotting him 11th in its weekly quarterback ranking.
  • Former Eagle Ron Jaworski labeled Hurts the league’s best based on his championship and Super Bowl MVP credentials.
  • Left tackle Jordan Mailata said Hurts looks more confident and firmly in command of the offense after the offseason.
  • Analytics offer mixed signals, including an ESPN simulation scenario where Philadelphia misses the playoffs and The Ringer rating the defense third with concerns about depth and the pass rush.