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Jordan Poyer criticized for comments on Jalen Hurts' comeback ability

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 6:20 AM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Jordan Poyer criticized for comments on Jalen Hurts' comeback ability

Summary

Former Buffalo Bills player Jordan Poyer faced backlash after questioning Jalen Hurts' ability to lead comebacks. Poyer's comments followed day 13 of Eagles training camp, where Hurts completed 19 of 27 passes but threw three interceptions. Critics highlighted Hurts' prior comeback against Poyer's Bills in 2023 and labeled Poyer's assessment as overly harsh. The Eagles are set to begin their regular season on September 13 against the Washington Commanders, allowing Hurts a chance to prove his critics wrong.

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•Poyer doubts Hurts' ability to come back from deficits during CBS Sports HQ.
•Hurts completed 19 passes but also threw three interceptions during training camp.
•Poyer overlooked a significant comeback Hurts led against the Bills in 2023.
•The Eagles start their regular season on September 13 against the Commanders.

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6:20 AMYahoo Sports — ‘One Of The Laziest Takes Possible,’ ‘Fireable Offense’ — Former Bills Star Jordan Poyer Called Out For Blatantly Incorrect Take on Jalen Hurts

What they're saying

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Jalen Hurts may have a Super Bowl ring to his name, but his place among the league’s best has constantly been called into question. Many see him as a solid, dependable starter, but few see him as a quarterback who takes charge.
— Yahoo Sports

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