Chris Simms Is Running His Mouth About Jalen Hurts Again
The poster child more nepotism in the NF, Chris Simms, is running his mouth off again. For a few years now he has consistently been the biggest Jalen Hurts hater out there. He tried to say Daniel Jones is a better player. He openly advocated for players to try and intentionally injure Jalen Hurts. Now Phil Simms’ far less talented son, both on the field and in front of a camera, recently said Jalen Hurts is the most overrated player in the NFL.
Did Jalen Hurts regress a bit in 2023? Sure. But even with that regression, he was still a top-10 QB. And that is with his coach doing very little to help him out. Hurts more than any other QB was asked to throw the ball into tight windows. Despite having two elite WRS, it was rare that Hurts got to throw to wide-open guys because the Eagles’ scheme was broken. Sirianni refused to adapt to the times and use motion. Even though every elite offense uses motion at a high rate.
Sirianni also did nothing to help Jalen Hurts beat the blitz. There were no hot routes, no dump-offs. Hurts pretty much had to scramble any time they blitzed. But since the Eagles never had guys open to dump it off to on that side of the field, Hurts often had to throw it away, or force something.
Phil Simm’s son will tell you that Hurts is the benefactor of a great team around him. Hurts does have great weapons and a great O-Line. But I don’t see him calling Brock Purdy a product of his team. Earlier in the season, Simms went on a podcast and pushed back against those claims against Purdy. So why for him is Jalen Hurts a product of his team, but Purdy isn’t? Suspicious. And Purdy has the bonus of being in a great offensive system that makes things easier for him. Something Hurts did not get the benefit of.
Chris Simms is somehow worse at being an analyst than he was at being a QB. Which is saying something. He continues to take shots at Hurts for whatever reason. Maybe he just knows it will get him attention. But like with every other thing he has said about Hurts, it just has no merit. And honestly, after he said he wants teams to take shots at Jalen Hurts head, why does the guy still even have a platform to continue discussing the NFL?
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10 Fun Facts About the Philadelphia Eagles' Jalen Hurts
Where is Jalen Hurts from?
Jalen Hurts was born in Houston, Texas on Aug. 7, 1998. His parents are Pamela and Averion Hurts. He went to Channelview High School in Harris County, Texas.
GLENDALE, ARIZONA – FEBRUARY 12: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles reacts before playing against the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII at State Farm Stadium on February 12, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
What's Jalen Hurts' net worth?
Jalen Hurts is reported to have a net worth of $30 million dollars, as of June 2023. His net worth went up significantly after signing his new contract with the Eagles. I’m glad we paid up to keep him happy!
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JANUARY 29: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers during the third quarter in the NFC Championship Game at Lincoln Financial Field on January 29, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
His salary raises are incredible
Talk about getting a raise. Back in 2020, Hurts’ annual salary was $610,000. In 2021, it went up to $883,000. In 2022, it was $1 million. Now, in 2023 it’s $4.2 million, and in 2024, it’s $50 million. That’s according to CelebrityNetWorth.com.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JANUARY 08: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles walks off the field after his team’s 22-16 win against the New York Giants at Lincoln Financial Field on January 08, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
He wasn't a super high draft pick
You never know when you’re going to get a gem. Jalen Hurst was the 53rd overall pick in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft. He was going to be the team’s third-string quarterback but became the second-string very quickly.
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – OCTOBER 24: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles reacts while coming of the field after their loss against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on October 24, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Steve Marcus/Getty Images)
He supports women in sports
According to CelebrityNetWorth.com, “Hurts has been an advocate for women in sports, and he employs an all-female management team including his social media, communications, marketing, and sports agent team members.” That’s such a great thing for someone in his position to do.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JANUARY 29: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles takes the field against the San Francisco 49ers during the first quarter in the NFC Championship Game at Lincoln Financial Field on January 29, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
He has a girlfriend
Jalen Hurts introduced his girlfriend to the world after the Eagles’ NFC Championship win when he was spotted walking across the field with a woman. His girlfriends is Bryonna “Bry” Burrows, and the two met at the University of Alabama. She has an MBA.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JANUARY 29: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles holds the George Halas Trophy with A.J. Brown #11 after defeating the San Francisco 49ers to win the NFC Championship Game at Lincoln Financial Field on January 29, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Philadelphia Eagles defeated the San Francisco 49ers with a score of 31 to 7. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
He came close to winning the Heisman
Jalen Hurts didn’t win the Heisman Trophy but came close. He was a finalist and had a great season with the Oklahoma Sooners. But, that year, the trophy went to quarterback Joe Burrow.
ARLINGTON, TEXAS – SEPTEMBER 27: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles looks on while playing the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on September 27, 2021 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Richard Rodriguez/Getty Images)
He's a Christian
How many times have you seen a NFL football player thank God after a game? Many times. NFL players are rarely shy when it comes to expressing their faith and religion. Hurts is no exception, and he’s been open about is Christianity in interviews.
LANDOVER, MARYLAND – SEPTEMBER 25: Quarterback Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles celebrates after defeating the Washington Commanders at FedExField on September 25, 2022 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
He has siblings
Jalen Hurts is a middle child. He has a younger sister, Kynnedy, and an older brother, Averion. Jalen’s older brother is also a football player. Keep it in the family!
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – DECEMBER 21: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles reacts after defeating the Washington Football Team at Lincoln Financial Field on December 21, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
He can weight lift more than you
According to NFL-Therapy.com, Jalen Hurts can deadlift 656 pounds. That’s beyond impressive. He also has a video of his time at OU squatting 585-pounds. No wonder he’s so incredible on the field.
GLENDALE, ARIZONA – FEBRUARY 12: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles runs the ball against Nick Bolton #32 of the Kansas City Chiefs during the fourth quarter in Super Bowl LVII at State Farm Stadium on February 12, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
