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The Philadelphia Eagles made quite the noise by selecting Jalen Hurts with the 53rd overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. Lots of eyebrows were raised since the team already has Carson Wentz entrenched at the starting quarterback position since 2016.  While baffling in the eyes of many observers, drafting Hurts actually makes sense for […]

In a bit of a surprise move, the Philadelphia Eagles selected Oklahoma quarterback Jalen Hurts with the 53rd overall pick in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft. The move has already drawn the ire of some fans, as the team already has a franchise quarterback in Carson Wentz. However, Eagles General Manager Howie […]

At pick No. 53, the Philadelphia Eagles decided to add a work in progress to their quarterback room by drafting University of Oklahoma quarterback Jalen Hurts. Projected as a developmental piece when first entering the league, Hurts comes into the NFL hot off of a wild ride through the college ranks at both Alabama and […]

With the 53rd-overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, the Philadelphia Eagles selected Oklahoma Sooners quarterback Jalen Hurts. Hurts, a 21-year-old senior transfer via Alabama, starred for the Sooners in his final season in the NCAA, throwing for 3,851 passing yards with a 69.7 completion percentage for 32 touchdowns and eight interceptions in 14 games […]

This year’s quarterback class boasts three players who could be taken in the first five picks, and at least one other first-round prospect. There are also some intriguing options later on with a myriad of different skillsets, strengths, and weaknesses. Here are the top five QBs in the 2020 NFL Draft. 5. Jalen Hurts, Oklahoma […]

The New England Patriots are heading into a new era after two decades with superstar quarterback Tom Brady under center. Now that Brady will be suiting up for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, speculation has run rampant about what could be in store for New England at the most crucial position on the football field. Head […]

One of the more intriguing quarterback prospects heading into the 2020 NFL Draft is Jalen Hurts, and according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, the Green Bay Packers and Los Angeles Chargers have both shown interest in him. Two interesting teams who have been in touch with and monitoring #OU QB Jalen Hurts: The #Packers […]

By the time the third round of the 2020 NFL Draft rolls around, the majority of teams will be looking to add depth pieces as opposed to selecting starting-caliber players — or very close to it — through the first two rounds of the annual event. However, that does not mean that the talent runs […]

University of Oklahoma quarterback Jalen Hurts has drawn some comparisons to Baltimore Ravens signal-caller Lamar Jackson. Others feel he should move to wide receiver (sound familiar?). This week, ESPN NFL insider Todd McShay spoke about Hurts on the First Draw Show podcast and said that he primarily sees Hurts as a backup on the NFL […]

There are quite a few quarterbacks that have had their name mentioned as a first-round pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, but Jalen Hurts isn’t one of them. With a little over a month until this year’s draft, Hurts has a strong message for teams that need a quarterback. Talk that talk, @JalenHurts. pic.twitter.com/0VlNdhRM0U — […]

Jalen Hurts and Tua Tagovailoa were once on the same college team at Alabama, with Hurts transferring to Oklahoma in 2019. Ahead of the NFL Draft, Hurts was asked about his relationship with Tagovailoa, Hurts revealed that he’s rooting for him to succeed. “That’s a relationship that will never go away, die down. Talked to […]

Another Oklahoma quarterback has made a big impression, as Jalen Hurts was the fastest signal-caller at the 2020 NFL Draft combine. Plenty of eyes were locked in Indianapolis as the next crop of potential NFL talent sold their abilities to coaches, scouts, and GMs in attendance. Hurts helped grow his stock by posting an impressive […]

Back in 2018, some felt that a young Louisville quarterback by the name of Lamar Jackson should change to wide receiver ahead of the NFL Draft. He ended up staying under center and getting drafted by the Baltimore Ravens at the end of the first round. Here we are, two years into Jackson’s NFL career, […]

Oklahoma Sooners quarterback Jalen Hurts is expected to be a top candidate at the 2020 NFL Draft, with some mocks having him as a mid-round pick. Hurts, 21, a former signal-caller at Alabama before transferring to Norman, will only work out in front of NFL staff at quarterback—no other position—at the combine. Per D. Orlando […]

The Super Bowl isn’t for two more weeks, but it’s already NFL Draft season. The Reese’s Senior Bowl kicks off on Saturday, and the week of practice leading up to the game is just as big of a deal. There are plenty of high-profile prospects ready for their chance to prove themselves to pro teams. […]

Oklahoma Sooners quarterback Jalen Hurts is a true wildcard in the upcoming NFL Draft, but it would make a lot of sense for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to take a chance on him. Jameis Winston is set to be a free agent after this season, and it’s unclear if the Buccaneers are going to bring […]

The Miami Dolphins will enter the 2020 NFL Draft in search of a new QB. No disrespect to Ryan Fitzpatrick and his amazing season, but the Dolphins need a face of the franchise badly. Nevertheless, thanks to the Baltimore Ravens and the success of Lamar Jackson, the Dolphins should have their guy in mind. With […]

Oklahoma Sooners quarterback Jalen Hurts is having an impressive season and it would make a lot of sense for the Cleveland Browns to draft him in April. The Browns aren’t giving up on quarterback Baker Mayfield just yet. However, it makes sense for the team to have a backup plan on the roster if the team […]

The New England Patriots should have interest in Oklahoma’s Jalen Hurts. After an outstanding season, Hurts might have played himself into the top three rounds of the 2020 NFL Draft. The already deep quarterback class is now deeper with Hurts in the conversation. Before 2019, Hurts wasn’t on the radar of draft pundits. He received […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers need a franchise quarterback once Ben Roethlisberger decides to hang it up. There could be a great choice in the upcoming draft, Oklahoma Sooners’ Jalen Hurts. There are better quarterbacks in this draft class, yes, but the Steelers don’t have a first-round draft pick this upcoming season because they sent their’s away […]

The Chicago Bears are going to be entering an intriguing offseason with the season that they have had. After looking like one of the NFL’s elite teams, they are now 6-6 entering Week 14 action. One of their biggest issues has been the play of starting quarterback Mitchell Trubisky, who has been incredibly inconsistent. Some […]

Jalen Hurts decided to transfer to Oklahoma; it seems it was the right decision. Now the Detroit Lions, rising on the draft board due to recent losses, have their own decision. Oklahoma has produced two straight Heisman Trophy winners who were taken first overall in the draft. Hurts will not be selected No. 1 overall, […]

Marcus Mariota will probably find a new home next season. Where will it be? Consider this: While John Elway’s Denver Broncos legacy was cemented on the last day of January in 1999 when he captured his second straight Super Bowl title, his legacy as an executive is still in question. Since becoming the team’s president […]

The early favorites for the 2019 Heisman Trophy are no surprise whatsoever. Superstar quarterbacks Trevor Lawrence of Clemson and Tua Tagovailoa of Alabama lead the pack of contenders, coming in with odds of +350 and +500, respectively, according to BetOnline.ag. Also a leading preseason candidate? Jalen Hurts, who was beaten out by Tagovailoa last season […]