Jalen Hurts exemplifies perseverance during Alabama tenure
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 4:54 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Jalen Hurts, now a Philadelphia Eagles star, faced a critical moment during the 2018 College Football Playoff National Championship Game when he was benched for Tua Tagovailoa. Instead of transferring, Hurts remained at Alabama, continued to prepare, and later led the team to a comeback in the SEC Championship Game against Georgia. His journey from a highly touted recruit to a Super Bowl champion showcases his leadership and work ethic, shaped significantly during his Alabama career. This foundation set the stage for his successful transition to Oklahoma and ultimately the NFL.
- •Hurts was benched in the 2018 national championship game.
- •He chose not to transfer, focusing on preparation instead.
- •He led Alabama to victory in the SEC Championship Game against Georgia.
- •Hurts became a star at Oklahoma before joining the NFL.
- •He is now recognized as a Super Bowl champion.
- 4:54 AMYahoo Sports — How Alabama Forged Jalen Hurts Into the NFL's Ultimate Example of Perseverance
"Before the Philadelphia stardom, a brutal benching in Tuscaloosa tested Jalen Hurts’ resolve, transforming a public demotion into the foundation of a legendary professional mindset.
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