Titans challenge Eagles' Jalen Hurts ahead of Week 2 matchup
7 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 4:41 AM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026
Titans defensive star Jeffery Simmons stated that the team needs to make Jalen Hurts a conventional quarterback. Simmons emphasized the importance of containing Hurts' ability to run and escape pressure in the upcoming game. The Eagles come off a competitive victory against the Commanders, despite a concerning performance from their offensive line. The game is set for this Sunday, with the Eagles looking to improve their overall offensive efficiency. Particularly, they need to address sluggish offensive output from Week 1 to meet the Titans' challenge.
- •Jeffery Simmons comments on limiting Hurts' running ability.
- •Eagles' offensive line faced criticism after Week 1.
- •Eagles defeated the Commanders 24-22 in the season opener.
- •Game against Titans is scheduled for this Sunday.
- •Landon Dickerson is currently on injured reserve.
- 4:41 AMYahoo Sports — Jalen Hurts Had Cold Message for Jeffery Simmons After Eagles Stole Win Over the Titans
- 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Jalen Hurts Sent No Holds Barred Message to Jeffery Simmons After Eagles Win
- 12:09 AMESPN — Hurts taunts Titans after Eagles win: Finished what you started
- 10:43 PMYahoo Sports — Eagles: Hurts shoves Jeffery Simmons' trash talk right back in his face after clutch heroics
- 6:55 AMYahoo Sports — Eagles news: Jordan Mailata dismisses Jeffery Simmons' Jalen Hurts slander
- 1:39 PMYahoo Sports — Eagles News: Jeffery Simmons says the Titans “just need to make Jalen Hurts be a quarterback”
"After suffering a tough loss to the New York Jets in Week 1, Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons outlined a clear defensive strategy for their upcoming Week 2 matchup . He told reporters that the key to stopping the Philadelphia Eagles was to make quarterback Jalen Hurts one-dimensional and force him to “play quarterback.” Simmons’ […] The post Eagles: Hurts shoves Jeffery Simmons' trash talk right back in his face after clutch heroics appeared first on ClutchPoints.
"The Philadelphia Eagles had heard enough from Jeffery Simmons by the time Sunday afternoon was over. The Tennessee Titans star had spent the week talking about how his defense wanted to handle Jalen Hurts, and Tennessee nearly backed those words up with a late upset.Philadelphia ultimately escaped Nashville with a 24-20 victory, and Hurts made […] The post Jalen Hurts Had Cold Message for Jeffery Simmons After Eagles Stole Win Over the Titans appeared first on HEAVY.
"The Philadelphia Eagles are gearing up for their clash against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium on Sunday. The Eagles are coming off a narrow escape against the Washington Commanders , 24-22, in Week 1. Philadelphia quarterback Jalen Hurts dusted off a sluggish start and made big plays in the fourth quarter to complete the hard-earned win. […] The post Eagles news: Jordan Mailata dismisses Jeffery Simmons' Jalen Hurts slander appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 21, 2026, 4:41 AMJalen Hurts Had Cold Message for Jeffery Simmons After Eagles Stole Win Over the Titans
The Philadelphia Eagles had heard enough from Jeffery Simmons by the time Sunday afternoon was over. The Tennessee Titans star had spent the week talking about how his defense wanted to handle Jalen Hurts, and Tennessee nearly backed those words up with a late upset.Philadelphia ultimately escaped Nashville with a 24-20 victory, and Hurts made […] The post Jalen Hurts Had Cold Message for Jeffery Simmons After Eagles Stole Win Over the Titans appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsSep 21, 2026, 1:00 AMJalen Hurts Sent No Holds Barred Message to Jeffery Simmons After Eagles Win
It took a last-second touchdown pass to seal it, but Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts got it done as they beat the Tennessee Titans 24-20.Hurts connected with Eagles wide receiver Darius Cooper for the game-winning touchdown with nine seconds left. Philly moved to 2-0 on the season and a second straight win decided by four […] The post Jalen Hurts Sent No Holds Barred Message to Jeffery Simmons After Eagles Win appeared first on HEAVY.
- ESPNSep 21, 2026, 12:09 AMHurts taunts Titans after Eagles win: Finished what you started
Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons approached Jalen Hurts for a post-game dap-up following Philadelphia's 24-20 come-from-behind win Sunday and the Eagles quarterback was ready for him.
- Yahoo SportsSep 20, 2026, 10:43 PMEagles: Hurts shoves Jeffery Simmons' trash talk right back in his face after clutch heroics
After suffering a tough loss to the New York Jets in Week 1, Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons outlined a clear defensive strategy for their upcoming Week 2 matchup . He told reporters that the key to stopping the Philadelphia Eagles was to make quarterback Jalen Hurts one-dimensional and force him to “play quarterback.” Simmons’ […] The post Eagles: Hurts shoves Jeffery Simmons' trash talk right back in his face after clutch heroics appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsSep 18, 2026, 6:55 AMEagles news: Jordan Mailata dismisses Jeffery Simmons' Jalen Hurts slander
The Philadelphia Eagles are gearing up for their clash against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium on Sunday. The Eagles are coming off a narrow escape against the Washington Commanders , 24-22, in Week 1. Philadelphia quarterback Jalen Hurts dusted off a sluggish start and made big plays in the fourth quarter to complete the hard-earned win. […] The post Eagles news: Jordan Mailata dismisses Jeffery Simmons' Jalen Hurts slander appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsSep 17, 2026, 1:39 PMEagles News: Jeffery Simmons says the Titans “just need to make Jalen Hurts be a quarterback”
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