Jalen Hurts, the 26-year-old quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles, has quickly become a prominent figure in the NFL.
After a successful college career at Alabama and Oklahoma, where he amassed impressive stats and a 51-5 record, Hurts was drafted by the Eagles in 2020.
Hurts has led the Eagles to significant success, culminating in a Super Bowl 59 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs.
His outstanding performance in the Super Bowl earned him the MVP award, solidifying his place as a top quarterback in the league.
Parents
Jalen’s parents, Averion Hurts Sr. and Pamela Hurts, have been unwavering in their support throughout his football journey.
Growing up in Channelview, Texas, alongside his older brother Averion Jr. and younger sister Kynnedy, sports were a central part of Jalen’s upbringing, thanks to his parents’ influence.
Averion Sr. played a significant role in Jalen’s football development, coaching him at Channelview High School.
Averion Sr. himself had a background in football and track at Howard Payne University, where he earned All-Conference honors and All-American recognition in track and field.
Later, he transitioned into coaching football at Channelview High School.
Pamela Hurts, a dedicated educator, worked as a math and special education teacher and currently serves as the chief of the Special Services Department at Channelview.
With degrees in business administration and counseling, she also provides counseling to high school students.
Career
Hurts’ college career unfolded across two prominent universities, each contributing to his development as a player.
Starting at Alabama from 2016 to 2018, Hurts quickly made his mark, becoming the first true freshman in 32 years to start as quarterback.
He achieved First Team All-SEC honors, along with being named the conference’s Offensive Player of the Year and Freshman of the Year in 2016.
While at Alabama, the team secured a College Football Playoff National Championship in 2017, although Hurts was benched during the game.
Seeking a fresh start, he transferred to Oklahoma for his final year in 2019.
There, he excelled in the Sooners’ offense, leading the team to the College Football Playoff and finishing as the runner-up in the Heisman Trophy voting.
Across his college career, Hurts showcased his dual-threat capabilities and resilience.
Transitioning to the NFL, Hurts was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft.
He initially served as a backup before stepping into the starting role in December 2020. His early years involved refining his skills and building consistency.
The 2022 season marked a turning point as Hurts significantly improved his accuracy and decision-making, leading the Eagles to a dominant regular season.
