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Jalen Hurts
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  • Faith: Christian
  • Career: Athlete
  • Birthday:  August 07, 1998

Jalen Hurts is the quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFL. He began his college football journey at Alabama, where he led the Crimson Tide to consecutive College Football Playoff National Championship appearances in 2016 and 2017. After being replaced by Tua Tagovailoa during Alabama's championship victory in 2018, he spent the season as a backup before transferring to Oklahoma for his final year, where he guided the Sooners to the 2019–20 College Football Playoff.

The Eagles selected Hurts in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft, and he took over as the team's starting quarterback late in his rookie season. His breakout year came in 2022 when he led the Eagles to the NFC's top seed and a Super Bowl LVII appearance, earning Pro Bowl and second-team All-Pro honors. In 2025, Hurts once again led Philadelphia to the Super Bowl, making him the first Eagles quarterback to reach multiple Super Bowls. Throughout his tenure as the Eagles' primary starter, he has taken the team to the playoffs every season and secured two Pro Bowl selections, cementing his status as one of the league's top quarterbacks.

Hurts was born to Pamela and Averion Hurts. His father, Averion Sr., served as the head football coach at Channelview High School in Texas, where Jalen attended. Growing up in a football-centric environment, Jalen was immersed in the sport from a young age. He has two siblings: an older brother, Averion Jr., who played quarterback at Texas Southern University and is now a college football coach, and a younger sister, Kynnedy. The Hurts family's commitment to athletics and education played a pivotal role in shaping Jalen's character and work ethic.

At Channelview High School, under the guidance of his father, Jalen showcased exceptional talent as a dual-threat quarterback. His ability to both pass and run the ball made him a formidable opponent on the field. In addition to football, Hurts was a competitive powerlifter, demonstrating his strength and versatility as an athlete. His high school performances garnered significant attention, leading to his recruitment by top college football programs.

Hurts committed to the University of Alabama in 2016, becoming the first freshman quarterback to start under renowned coach Nick Saban. In his debut season, he led the Crimson Tide to the College Football Playoff National Championship game, though they narrowly lost to Clemson University. The following year, Hurts guided Alabama back to the championship, but was replaced at halftime by Tua Tagovailoa, who led the team to victory. Demonstrating humility and team spirit, Hurts supported Tagovailoa throughout the season. Seeking more playing time, he transferred to the University of Oklahoma for his senior year. At Oklahoma, Hurts delivered stellar performances, amassing over 3,800 passing yards and 32 touchdowns, along with 1,298 rushing yards and 20 touchdowns, finishing as the runner-up for the Heisman Trophy in 2019.

The Philadelphia Eagles selected Hurts in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft. Initially serving as a backup, he became the starting quarterback in December 2020. Hurts' dual-threat capabilities revitalized the Eagles' offense, and by the 2022 season, he had led the team to Super Bowl LVII. Although the Eagles fell to the Kansas City Chiefs, Hurts' performance was lauded. In April 2023, he secured a five-year, $255 million contract extension, underscoring the franchise's confidence in his leadership.

Beyond the gridiron, Hurts maintains a relatively private personal life. He met Bryonna "Bry" Rivera Burrows at the University of Alabama, where she earned degrees in Spanish, political science, and an MBA. The couple dated on and off since college, keeping their relationship discreet. In September 2024, Hurts announced their engagement, sharing the news with Essence magazine. Burrows, now an AI partner at IBM, has been a steadfast supporter of Hurts, often seen cheering him on during pivotal games.

Jalen Hurts' Religious Beliefs

Jalen Hurts identifies as a Christian (Baptist) and isn’t afraid to share his faith with the world. In a CBS Sports article, Hurts said, “I’ve just matured and realized that God is everything, and He’s worthy of praise. You have to put Him at the center of everything that you do. That’s what I believe. All my spiritual wisdom — all of my wisdom as a whole — comes from Him, in some way, shape or form, whether passed down from my father, mother, or grandmother. I just think, in all the things that we experience in life — good, bad or indifferent — you have to keep Him in the center.”


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