Jalen Alexander Hurts is an American professional football quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League. Jalen Hurts has become one of the most remarkable stories in the NFL, transitioning from a second-round pick in the 2020 Draft to the highest-paid player in the league, with a net worth that surpasses all expectations.
Hurts' Journey to the Eagles
Hurts was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles as the 53rd overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. Initially, he was placed as the team's third-string quarterback under head coach Doug Pederson. However, as the season progressed, he earned Pederson's trust and ultimately became the starting quarterback after veteran Carson Wentz faced a prolonged slump. After Pederson's departure later that year, new head coach Nick Sirianni decided to keep Hurts as the starter. Together, they led the Eagles to Super Bowl LVII, where they faced off against Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs. Although they fell short in that game, Hurts' performance significantly raised his profile in the league.
The Super Bowl Run and Contract
Hurts' impressive Super Bowl run earned him a substantial raise for the 2023 season. He became the highest-paid player in NFL history with a massive five-year contract worth $255 million, including $180 million guaranteed. This deal elevated his average salary to around $50 million annually, a dramatic increase from the $610,000 he earned during his rookie year. While his base salary will be just over $1 million per year, an option bonus will increase annually until it reaches nearly $49 million by 2026.
Hurt's Contract Breakdown
5 years/$255,000,000
$51M/year
$139k/Day
$5.8k/Hour
$97/minute
Endorsements
In addition to his lucrative NFL salary, Hurts has also secured numerous endorsement deals. He is now one of the most recognizable faces in football. Among his most lucrative partnerships is with Lemon Perfect hydration drinks, which counts singer Beyoncé among its shareholders. Hurts also serves as an ambassador for Eastbay sportswear and became a shareholder after facilitating an advertising deal for the brand's Performance Line.
Career Stats
Career Passing Stats
- Seasons Played: 5
- Games Played: 62
- Completions: 1,000
- Attempts: 1,578
- Completion Percentage: 63.4%
- Passing Yards: 11,764
- Average Yards per Attempt: 7.5
- Touchdowns: 67
- Interceptions: 34
- Longest Pass: 91 yards
- Quarterback Rating (RTG): 91.1
Career Rushing Stats
- Rushing Attempts: 524
- Rushing Yards: 2,503
- Average Yards per Rush: 4.8
- Rushing Touchdowns: 41
- Longest Rush: 42 yards
Career Highlights
- Selected to play in 2 Pro Bowls
- Known for being a dual-threat quarterback, contributing significantly both in passing and rushing.
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