**Jalen Hurts Shines as Eagles Quarterback, Earning Super Bowl Glory**
Jalen Hurts has elevated his game this past season, leading the Philadelphia Eagles to secure the Lombardi Trophy. As the season began, doubts lingered about Hurts’ capabilities, with many viewing him as merely a game-manager on a strong team. However, he proved his critics wrong during the playoffs, where the Eagles scored an impressive 95 points in their last two games, including the NFC Championship and the Super Bowl.
Brian Dawkins, a former Eagles legend, was not surprised by Hurts’ performance. He recognized Hurts’ potential to silence doubters after a challenging moment in his career when he was benched during the 2018 national championship game at Alabama. Tua Tagovailoa took over and led the team to victory, but Dawkins saw resilience in Hurts that would eventually benefit Philadelphia.
Dawkins remarked, “When that happened, that taught me a lot about his character… That young man is who I saw being able to be introduced to Philadelphia and grow as a quarterback. And he’s still growing.” With a Super Bowl ring and two appearances in three years, Dawkins believes expectations for Hurts should be high.
“I’m baffled when people get mad when someone says Jalen is not playing to his potential. Certain games, he was not,” Dawkins stated. He emphasized the importance of self-critique, noting that Hurts likely shares the same mindset. “What sets him apart is when he’s healthy, and he gets into those big environments, he plays at a different level.”
In addition to discussing Hurts, Dawkins is also advocating for health awareness through Boehringer & Lilly’s “It Takes 2” health initiative, focusing on type-2 diabetes and kidney disease. Health has always been a priority for Dawkins, both during his Hall of Fame career and in retirement. He encourages individuals to undergo necessary tests to identify potential health issues, particularly those with a family history of conditions like type-2 diabetes and high blood pressure.
**FAQ**
**What challenges did Jalen Hurts face early in his career?**
Jalen Hurts faced significant challenges, including being benched during the 2018 national championship game, which tested his character and resilience.