Jalen Hurts

Career StatsA-

Year	Team	GP	Yards	TD	INT	RTG
Career		93	17,891	110	45	94.4
2025		16	3,224	25	6	98.5
2024		15	2,903	18	5	103.7

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

Jalen Hurts delivered the kind of production that earns a C+ Contract Value Index relative to the QB pay band. At $51M AAV over five years, he's operating in the upper-middle tier of the quarterback market—below the true elite contracts but still representing a significant organizational commitment that reflects his Super Bowl MVP credential from the 2024 season and proven ability to elevate an offense. His 2025 season stat line of 16 games demonstrates the durability expected at the position, and his A- performance grade aligns with a franchise-caliber quarterback, though the gap between his on-field elite production and his C+ CVI suggests the Eagles structured this deal with an eye toward competitive flexibility rather than fully committing to an open-ended dynasty investment. At 27 and entering his sixth professional season, Hurts is in his prime earning window, which typically justifies premium quarterback pay—but the CVI grade reflects the reality that $51M is leveraged against a five-year commitment in an era where true franchise anchors are increasingly locking in deals north of this range. The recent organizational upheaval—losing a dominant receiver while cycling through defensive depth additions—reads as roster tinkering rather than a championship-window stance, and media narratives suggest legitimate scrutiny about whether the Eagles' supporting cast can sustain elite production alongside Hurts' compensation level. The contract's five-year structure provides decent runway for the organization to evaluate whether this deal ages well or becomes a constraint; for now, it sits as a calculated middle ground between rewarding proven excellence and preserving cap optionality for an organization in transition.

Contracts in the Same Value Band

Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the C band — a quick read on where Jalen's contract sits relative to comparable money.

Performance Analysis

Jalen Hurts, the Eagles' sixth-year starting quarterback and 2020 second-round pick, remains a dual-threat franchise cornerstone despite a recent performance dip. His A-minus grade reflects a proven track record across 93 career games with a 94.4 passer rating and elite rushing versatility. Among starting quarterbacks, Hurts occupies the tier between game-manager efficiency and true MVP-caliber production—reliable, mobile, and increasingly consistent. This season has revealed both his ceiling and current limitations. His 98.5 passer rating sits well above the NFL average of 87.79, while touchdown percentage of 5.51 ranks above the 4.38 league average, demonstrating efficient decision-making inside the red zone. However, his 64.8 completion percentage remains pedestrian relative to elite passers, and 201.5 yards per game suggests the Eagles' scheme may be limiting volume rather than Hurts struggling with execution. What separates him is his rushing production: 0.50 rushing touchdowns per game sits at elite territory, nearly five times the NFL average, making him a uniquely dangerous dual-threat asset in goal-line situations and short yardage. The concerning trend lies in his downward trajectory—from a C-plus 2025 performance to earlier season grades of B-minus and C—suggesting either regression or scheme-dependent volatility. Moving forward, Hurts must prove the current season represents a temporary dip rather than the new baseline. If he can elevate his completion percentage toward the 68 percent range while maintaining rushing efficiency, he remains a legitimate top-ten quarterback capable of winning championships. The Eagles' offensive approach in 2026 will be critical to unlocking consistent passing production.

How Jalen Compares at the Position

Jalen Hurts ranks 6th of 106 graded quarterbacks by performance. That slots Jalen between Brock Purdy (A) just ahead and Matthew Stafford (A-) just behind.

Current Sentiment

Jalen Hurts enters 2026 as a legitimately elite quarterback whose reputation remains anchored by his Super Bowl MVP credential and $51M annual contract, placing him in the upper echelon of NFL perception. Recent media coverage is notably mixed: while he garners MVP dark-horse consideration and positive feature narratives about his unique skill set, an NFL insider's claim that the Eagles deliberately weaponized media against him during his contract year has introduced a layer of organizational friction into the discourse. The narrative tension—between celebrating his elite status and questioning front-office dynamics—has created a perception that is solidly positive but not unanimously celebratory, typical of star players navigating high-stakes contract situations. Fan and media sentiment remains fundamentally supportive of his talent and trajectory, with no performance-based or off-field concerns undermining his standing. Overall, Hurts is perceived as a franchise cornerstone entering 2026, though the organizational narrative complexity prevents his perception from reaching the 80+ range reserved for unambiguously celebrated elite stars.