Jalen Hurts on taking the next steps as a QB; Eagles being his team
Jalen Hurts ignored the noise created by trade rumors circulating around the Eagles’ alleged pursuit of DeShaun Watson and Russell Wilson over the past year, and he’s now the king of the castle heading into the 2022 NFL season.
Hurts addressed the media on Wednesday and discussed Philadelphia’s acquisition of A.J. Brown, along with his holistic approach to the offseason and taking the next steps as a passer heading into a regular season that could see the Eagles overtake the Cowboys in the NFC East.
With the Birds entering Week 2 of offseason workouts, here are takeaways and observations from Hurts’ media session.
Hurts on holistic offseason approach
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Hurts had ankle season this offseason and talked about taking a more holistic approach to his training regiment and preparation.
Jalen Hurts om offfseason: "Just the holistic approach to taking the next step as a QB…functioning the offense….on the field, in the weight room, what am I eating, how much film am I watching, creating a schedule for myself, and practicing great discipline with what I do."
— Zach Berman (@ZBerm) May 5, 2022
Hurts on Eagles commitment to him
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Several times this offseason, Howie Roseman and Nick Sirianni have both affirmed their support for Hurts, strongly refuting any discussions of a trade scenario or drafting a potential successor.
On Wednesday, Hurts called the Eagles his team, accepting the responsibilities at hand.
Jalen Hurts on the organizational commitment to him: "“It’s understood. It’s my opportunity. It’s my team.”
— Zach Berman (@ZBerm) May 4, 2022
Hurts on perceived recruitment of A.J. Brown
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Hurts and Brown are really good friends and that gave the Eagles quarterback some insight into the wide receivers’ unhappiness in Tennessee.
Asked about his part in Brown landing with Philadelphia, Hurts said it was understood.
Jalen Hurts on recruiting A.J. Brown: "People use the word ‘recruiting.’ What is that? I didn’t have to recruit A.J. That was just something for y’all to talk about. And it worked. But I didn’t have to recruit A.J. It was understood.”
— Zach Berman (@ZBerm) May 4, 2022
Hurts on the Eagles building for huge moments
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Hurts is always about “paying the rent” and the Eagles starting quarterback doubled down on that talk, telling reporters that Philadelphia is stacking chips now for the huge moments.
"We're building everything now so we can do what we need to do come game time." – @JalenHurts pic.twitter.com/lIvKhddq5L
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) May 4, 2022
Jalen Hurts on being consistent
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Hurts needs to improve as a passer and if he can become more accurate and consistent, Philadelphia will be a problem.
The quarterback discussed that on Wednesday.
"Consistency in this league is everything." – @JalenHurts pic.twitter.com/SA4hFIuvVJ
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) May 4, 2022
Hurts on what A.J. Brown brings to the Eagles
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Hurts was asked about what Brown brings to the Eagles and it sounds like Philadelphia landed a physical marvel, capable of making the explosive or tough plays.
.@JalenHurts on @1kalwaysopen_ pic.twitter.com/pPxtUB1VF0
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) May 4, 2022
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