Drew Brees criticizes Jalen Hurts' slide during Eagles' game against Titans
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 7:49 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
During the Philadelphia Eagles' Week 2 matchup against the Tennessee Titans, quarterback Jalen Hurts faced criticism from Fox analyst Drew Brees. Hurts slid on a third down run despite being short of a first down. Brees suggested that Hurts should have fought for the extra yardage instead of protecting himself with the slide. The Eagles managed to convert the subsequent fourth down and scored on the drive. Brees' remarks drew attention, considering the importance of player safety early in the season.
- •Jalen Hurts slid short of a first down in the second quarter.
- •Drew Brees urged Hurts to lower his shoulder and gain extra yards.
- •The Eagles converted the following fourth down and scored a touchdown.
- •Saquon Barkley and Dallas Goedert left the game due to injuries.
- •The Eagles are competing in Week 2 of the 2026 NFL season.
- 7:49 PMYahoo Sports — Drew Brees’ criticism of Jalen Hurts’ slide against Titans was a head-scratcher
"A routine Jalen Hurts slide promoted a baffling critique from Fox's Drew Brees.
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