Jalen Hurts Snubbed Again in Top 10 Quarterbacks List

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has once again found himself on the outside looking in as Sports Illustrated’s latest quarterback rankings excluded him from their top 10 list, sparking fierce debate among fans and analysts alike.

Despite leading his team to back-to-back Super Bowl appearances, earning an NFC Championship, and compiling elite-level stats over the past two seasons, Hurts was somehow ranked outside the league’s top-tier passers—a decision that many view as tone-deaf and dismissive of his impact.

The article cited a “slight dip in passing consistency” and “system-dependent success” as reasons for his omission, yet conveniently ignored Hurts’ unmatched poise in clutch moments, his dual-threat dominance, and the leadership that transformed the Eagles into perennial contenders.

Fans weren’t the only ones voicing frustration. Former Eagles linebacker and vocal Hurts supporter Seth Joyner fired off on social media: “You can’t tell me there are 10 QBs better than Jalen Hurts. Look at the wins. Look at the tape. Look at the locker room. This ain’t about stats. This is about football.”

In 2024 alone, Hurts posted over 4,000 passing yards, added 700 rushing yards, and accounted for 36 total touchdowns, all while playing behind an offensive line in flux. Yet somehow, these feats were eclipsed in favor of quarterbacks with flashier metrics but less postseason success.

Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni has often said: “Jalen is everything we ask of a quarterback—tough, smart, and clutch. He’s the heartbeat of this team.” For fans in Philly, that heartbeat has been strong, steady, and undeniably elite.

While rankings come and go, what remains constant is Jalen Hurts’ ability to show up when it matters most. If history is any indicator, this latest slight may just be the motivation he needs to silence critics—again.