US EditionEagles Coach Nick Sirianni Dismisses Criticism of Jalen Hurts as Just a 'Game Manager'
PHILADELPHIA COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, JUL 14 – Nick Sirianni rejects claims that Jalen Hurts' success is mainly due to his supporting cast, highlighting Hurts' playoff performance and leadership as key factors.
- Eagles coach Nick Sirianni dismissed the claim that quarterback Jalen Hurts was just a game manager during their 2024 Super Bowl-winning season.
- Critics argue Hurts benefited from elite teammates like Saquon Barkley and a top offensive line, but Sirianni called this notion "bulls---" and emphasized football is the ultimate team game.
- Hurts completed 361 passes with 2,903 yards in 2024, played behind a strong offensive line, and led a team that shifted focus to the running game with Barkley, who won Offensive Player of the Year.
- Sirianni emphasized that successful quarterbacks are always supported by exceptional receiving corps and strong defenses, referencing examples like Brady alongside Gronkowski, as well as other iconic duos such as Young paired with Rice, to challenge the notion of the game manager label.
- Sirianni's defense of Hurts suggests recognition of Hurts' significant role in winning, underscoring the team effort required in football while rejecting claims Hurts was merely carried.
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