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Manning Praises Hurts’ Mental Edge as Eagles QB Advises Injured Sanders

A Hall of Famer spotlighted Hurts’ preparation methods after video surfaced of his in-depth guidance to Browns rookie Shedeur Sanders, who was ruled day-to-day with an oblique strain.

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Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles warms up prior to the NFL Preseason 2025 game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Lincoln Financial Field on August 7, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Eagles defeated the Bengals 34-27.

Overview

  • Peyton Manning said Hurts frequently consults him on specific plays and commended his cerebral approach to the game.
  • Video from NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo showed Hurts giving Sanders a golf-cart ride after their lengthy private chat at the NovaCare Complex.
  • Hurts described his advice to Sanders as centered on patience, hard work and resilience, summarizing with "You’ve got to want it."
  • The Browns announced Sanders suffered an oblique strain during joint practice and is unlikely to play in Saturday’s preseason game.
  • Manning’s public endorsement follows ongoing debate over Hurts’ ranking among the NFL’s elite despite his Super Bowl MVP and championship credentials.