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Hurts’ Strong Start and Split Opinions Frame Eagles’ Title Defense Opener

Opinions on the Super Bowl MVP range from best in the NFL to outside the top 10.

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

  • In a weather-delayed season opener against the Cowboys, Jalen Hurts went 13-of-15 for 111 yards with 48 rushing yards and two touchdowns before play was halted.
  • Former Eagles quarterback Ron Jaworski labeled Hurts the league’s top quarterback on the strength of his championship and Super Bowl MVP.
  • NFL.com’s weekly list slotted Hurts at No. 11, Joe Montana placed him fourth on a franchise-start list, and Skip Bayless praised his opener as the best performance he has seen from Hurts.
  • Left tackle Jordan Mailata said Hurts entered 2025 more confident and clearly in command of the offense.
  • Analyses diverge on Philadelphia’s outlook, with The Ringer ranking the defense No. 3 as it flags depth concerns and an ESPN FPI write-up depicting a scenario where the Eagles miss the playoffs.