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Nick Saban praises Jalen Hurts ahead of Eagles' game against Jaguars

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 10, 2026, 10:53 PM

Last updated Oct 10, 2026

Nick Saban praises Jalen Hurts ahead of Eagles' game against Jaguars

Summary

Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts prepares for a challenging road matchup against the Jaguars in Week 5 without key players DaVonta Smith and Saquon Barkley. Hurts, who has faced adversity before, received commendation from former coach Nick Saban during College GameDay. Saban reflected on his choice to bench Hurts in the 2018 national championship, highlighting Hurts' resilience and character. Following a difficult week for the Eagles, with multiple injuries affecting the offensive line, Hurts aims to lead the team effectively despite the challenges. The game against the Jaguars presents a critical opportunity for Hurts to showcase his abilities.

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Status Watch

•Jalen Hurts faces the Jaguars in Jacksonville in Week 5.
•Eagles lack key offensive players DaVonta Smith and Saquon Barkley.
•Nick Saban praised Hurts' character during College GameDay.
•Hurts completed 44.4% of passes for 93 yards against the Rams.
•Eagles dealing with injuries to multiple offensive linemen.

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10:53 PMYahoo Sports — Nick Saban gives Eagles QB Jalen Hurts his flowers after benching clip goes viral

What they're saying

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Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is headed into a tough road game against the Jaguars in Week 5 without top offensive weapons DaVonta Smith and Saquon Barkley . Adversity is nothing new for the former Nick Saban protege and Alabama Crimson Tide star Hurts, who spoke about losing two key lineman as well . Saban spoke about Hurts at length on College […] The post Nick Saban gives Eagles QB Jalen Hurts his flowers after benching clip goes viral appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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