Jalen Hurts ranked as 17th best QB amid mixed evaluations
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 12:08 AM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
Jalen Hurts, Philadelphia Eagles quarterback, is ranked 17th in a recent survey by ESPN, featuring assessments from NFL executives and coaches. His ranking has fluctuated in the past few years; he was 19th the previous year, showing a declining trend despite a Super Bowl victory in 2024 and performance accolades. As Hurts enters the 2026 season with a new offensive coordinator, Sean Mannion, speculation surrounds how his role may change, particularly his running effectiveness which decreased last season. Observers are keen to see how this new offensive dynamic will impact his passing performance moving forward.
- •Hurts holds a 56-22 career record as a starter for the Eagles.
- •His rushing yards decreased by 209 last season compared to 2024.
- •He begins 2026 with a new offensive coordinator, Sean Mannion.
- •Hurts ranked third in 2023 after a strong Super Bowl performance.
- 12:08 AMYahoo Sports — As a passer only, Jalen Hurts’ rankings make some sense
"It’s very hard to judge where to rank Hurts at this stage of his career.
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