Jalen Hurts dispels ‘tush push’ term, Saquon Barkley discusses role in Eagles’ famed short-yardage play

The Philadelphia Eagles are basking in the glory of their Super Bowl LIX victory over the Kansas City Chiefs. The team secured their second Vince Lombardi Trophy in a dominating fashion, solidifying their status as champions.

Quarterback Jalen Hurts and running back Saquon Barkley, two standout players from the Eagles, made an appearance on “The Tonight Show” to reflect on their incredible journey to Super Bowl victory. Hurts shared his emotional experience, stating, “I’ve just been telling people I was trying to process it. You don’t know how you’re going to feel in that moment.”

Hurts, who was named the MVP of Super Bowl LIX, opened the scoring for the Eagles with a unique play known as the “tush push.” This rugby-style quarterback sneak has become a trademark for the Eagles, with Hurts receiving a powerful push from his teammates to gain crucial yardage.

Despite the play being dubbed as the “tush push” or the “brotherly shove,” Hurts revealed that he has his own name for it. Barkley, who was surprised to learn that the play wasn’t officially called the “tush push,” joked about his role in the play, saying, “I think I have the easiest job. I’m the one who pushes the tush.”

Hurts finished the Super Bowl with impressive stats, throwing for 221 yards and two touchdowns. Barkley, although contained during the game, played a pivotal role in the Eagles’ success throughout the season. The three-time Pro Bowler recorded a career-high 2,005 rushing yards in the regular season and added 499 yards in the playoffs.

The Eagles’ victory lap continues as they celebrate their Super Bowl triumph. Hurts and Barkley’s appearance on “The Tonight Show” provided fans with a glimpse into the team’s journey to glory. As they relish in their championship win, the Eagles are poised to build on this success in the seasons to come.