DeVonta Smith sits coldly by Jalen Hurts as Eagles lose to Bears

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Last updated Sep 29, 2026

DeVonta Smith sits coldly by Jalen Hurts as Eagles lose to Bears
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The Philadelphia Eagles suffered a 27-7 defeat to the Chicago Bears on September 28, marking their first loss of the 2026 NFL season. The performance raised concerns due to DeVonta Smith's noticeably cold demeanor while sitting next to quarterback Jalen Hurts on the bench during the game. This has led fans to draw comparisons to last year's issues between Hurts and former receiver A.J. Brown. As Smith's role on the team continues to expand, this dynamic could affect team chemistry moving forward.

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  • •Eagles lost 27-7 to the Bears on September 28.
  • •DeVonta Smith displayed cold body language toward Jalen Hurts.
  • •Fans compare Smith's bench demeanor to A.J. Brown's past issues with Hurts.
  • •Smith has increased his targets this season amid Brown's departure.
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  • 5:17 AMYahoo Sports — DeVonta Smith’s reaction to Jalen Hurts on Eagles bench should worry fans given A.J. Brown history
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Philadelphia Eagles WR DeVonta Smith’s cold reaction while sitting next to franchise QB Jalen Hurts has sparked a lot of speculation. The Eagles fell to a 27-7 loss to the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football, their first loss of the 2026 season.

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