Jalen Hurts is known for being precise and intentional with his public comments, which is why his midweek press conference before the wild-card game against the 49ers drew attention. When asked whether running the ball less in 2025 helped keep him healthy, Hurts did not directly answer the question. Instead, he shifted the focus to how the offense has been run and how the coaching staff has chosen to use him.
Hurts Comments Suggest Disconnect With Play Calling Amid Ongoing Eagles Coordinator Turnover
Hurts explained that his reduced rushing numbers were simply the result of how games have been called under offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo. By saying he has just taken things in stride and done his best in whatever position he has been put in, Hurts implied that the approach has not necessarily been his own choice. That subtle phrasing suggested a possible disconnect between the quarterback and the offensive strategy, especially during stretches when the offense has stalled.
Jalen Hurts (NFL)Those struggles have already led to constant turnover among the Eagles offensive coordinators. Since their 2022 Super Bowl season, Shane Steichen left for a head coaching job, Brian Johnson was fired, and Kellen Moore departed to become the Saints head coach. Hurts comments now raise the possibility that the team could be headed toward a fourth coordinator change in four years.
Derrick Gunn Report Exposes Player Coach Frustration Over Hurts Influence And Sirianni
Reports from longtime Eagles reporter Derrick Gunn add more context to the situation. Gunn said that players and coaches are frustrated because Hurts often plays his own style regardless of what is called, and that his contract gives him significant leverage within the organization. This has fueled the perception that the quarterback has unusual influence over how the offense is run.
After another game in which the Eagles passing offense faded late, head coach Nick Sirianni said he needs to be more involved in offensive decisions between series. That responsibility becomes more important in light of Hurts remarks, which hinted at dissatisfaction with his role in the current system. Together, these comments and ongoing struggles point to a deeper tension shaping the Eagles offense as they head into the playoffs.
