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Former NFL Quarterback Talking Smack About Jalen Hurts

Author Anne Erickson
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)

Sure, Jalen Hurts got some heat last season, due to the Philadelphia Eagles’ very rough end of the season. But, he’s still done a lot of good for the Eagles franchise. As long as he’s healthy next season, I think he’ll be in stellar form to help this team with a comeback. That said, one former NFL quarterback doesn’t agree. In fact, he’s talking smack about Jalen Hurts.

First of all, let’s not forget that Hurts ended the 2022 almost landing MVP. He also led the Eagles to a Super Bowl, which we almost won. Almost isn’t good enough, but you get it. Also, this year, even though the Eagles fell from a 10-1 record and lost in a pretty embarrassing way in the playoffs, Hurts had impressive numbers.

But, not impressive enough for NFL analyst and former quarterback Chris Simms. “I respect a lot about Jalen Hurts, but I think Jalen Hurts is also like the most overrated player in football,”  

Chris Simms says he has a ton of respect for Jalen Hurts — but also calls him the “most overrated player in football”

Says Hurts plays with an All-Star team around him (and that Kyler Murray is better)

#👀 #Eagles pic.twitter.com/ZblU28LbA4

— Eliot Shorr-Parks (@EliotShorrParks) February 17, 2024">Simms told the PHNX Cardinals podcast. “That’s me, I know I’m wrong, I take a lot of crap about that comment.” Elsewhere, he added, “”He plays quarterback for a team that’s an all-star team, they have the best O-line in football, it’s not even close,” Simms continued. “I just think if you put some other quarterback in Philly, you put Kyler Murray in there, you’d say ‘Damn, Kyler’s amazing. Is he the MVP of football?'”

Geez. I really don’t think Hurts warrants that kind of criticism. But, it comes with the territory of being a franchise quarterback. I’m sure he’s not losing sleep over Simms’ comment. In fact, Simms isn’t even entirely behind his thoughts on Hurts. As I mentioned earlier, he even said, “That’s me, I know I’m wrong.” Let’s hope Simms is wrong and that Hurts has one of the best seasons ever this fall. Is it football season yet?

7 Super Early Super Bowl Contenders for Next Season

  • 7. Seattle Seahawks

    One thing I like about this list is that I’m not necessarily even picking teams that made it to the playoffs this year. I’m picking teams that I think could be strong enough next season. The Seattle Seahawks are one of those teams. Their new coach, Mike Macdonald, is the former defensive coordinator for the Baltimore Ravens. Enough said. This guy is golden. Seattle’s defense is going to improve drastically with him at the helm, and they could go all the way very soon.

  • 6. Buffalo Bills

    The Buffalo Bills missed the playoffs by a hair. They played so well against the Kansas City Chiefs, but it just wasn’t enough. Josh Allen is a Super Bowl-caliber quarterback, but he hasn’t taken them there. Will next year be the year? Maybe.

  • 5. Houston Texans

    The Houston Texans will be the team to beat very soon. They pulled off an incredible season with a rookie coach and quarterback. They’re just getting started. The team got first place in AFC South this season but lost in the divisional round to the Baltimore Ravens.

  • 4. Baltimore Ravens

    Speaking of the Baltimore Ravens, I’m still shocked that they fell to the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship game. I think pretty much everyone was at least a little surprised. But, Lamar Jackson is back next year, and he’s not going to let it slip away again. Next year could be their year.

  • 3. Philadelphia Eagles

    It was a massive decline for the Philadelphia Eagles towards the end of last season. Everything fell apart at the seams. But, the Eagles have legacy, and they have Jalen Hurts. As long as he’s healthy, the Eagles will be back next year ready to fight.

  • 2. Green Bay Packers

    Yikes. Can the Green Bay Packers really be this good already? They almost upset the San Francisco 49ers in the playoffs this year. Jordan Love is the real deal. Watch out for this young team next year.

  • 1. Detroit Lions

    Okay, yes, I’m a Detroit Lions fan, born and raised. But, I think there’s reason to believe that the Detroit Lions can and will be back next year. They’ve had a taste of victory, and they liked it. Plus, golden guy Ben Johnson is coming back to Detroit, and he wants to take the Lions all the way. Jared Goff is playing fantastic football, too. The Lions could really make it to their first Super Bowl next season. What do you think? Let me know here.

Anne Erickson started her radio career shortly after graduating from Michigan State University and has worked on-air in Detroit, Flint, Toledo, Lansing and beyond. As someone who absolutely loves rock, metal and alt music, she instantly fell in love with radio and hasn’t looked back. When she’s not working, Anne makes her own music with her band, Upon Wings, and she also loves cheering on her favorite Detroit and Michigan sports teams, especially Lions and MSU football. Anne is also an award-winning journalist, and her byline has run in a variety of national publications. You can also hear her weekends on WRIF.

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