Eagles’ Jalen Hurts named Super Bowl LIX MVP: ‘God is good’
Jalen Hurts has certainly faced his fair share of doubters throughout his football career. From being benched at halftime of a championship game at Alabama to being passed over in the first round of the NFL draft, Hurts has had to overcome a lot of adversity. However, he never let the doubts get to him, and he continued to work hard to prove himself.
After transferring to Oklahoma and regaining the starting quarterback role, Hurts was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the second round of the 2020 draft. He started off his professional career as a backup but eventually got his chance to shine. Despite facing criticism and skepticism about his abilities, Hurts never wavered in his belief in himself.
On Sunday, Hurts silenced all of his critics when he was named the Super Bowl MVP after leading the Eagles to victory. While the defense played a dominant role in the game, Hurts showed his calm and composed demeanor on the field. He finished the game with 221 passing yards, two touchdowns, and a rushing touchdown, helping the Eagles secure a 40-22 win over the Kansas City Chiefs.
Despite his success in the Super Bowl, some critics still questioned whether Hurts was holding back the Eagles offense. However, Hurts proved them wrong with his nearly flawless performance against the Chiefs. Reflecting on his journey after the game, Hurts credited his faith and his teammates for helping him achieve success.
Hurts now joins an elite group of quarterbacks who have lost their first Super Bowl start but went on to win one later in their careers. He is only the fourth quarterback to achieve this feat, joining the likes of Hall of Famers John Elway, Bob Griese, and Len Dawson.
The Eagles’ victory in Super Bowl LIX marked the franchise’s first-ever Vince Lombardi Trophy win. It was a historic moment for the team and a validation of Hurts’ hard work and perseverance. As Hurts continues to prove his critics wrong, he has solidified himself as a rising star in the NFL.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
Chantz Martin is a sports writer for Fox News Digital.
