Imagine Metropolis’s mightiest hero, cape billowing, facing fourth and inches. Now think about Lincoln Financial Field. The roar of the Eagles faithful with the season on the line. Which unstoppable force do you think would deliver when everything hinges on one brutal yard? Well! Surprisingly, even Superman might hesitate before lining up under center in Philly.
And there you have David Corenswet, the new Man of Steel himself and a die-hard Eagles fan since his Lower Merion days. After recently being asked a playful but pointed question, Corenswet delivered a verdict that sent shockwaves through the NovaCare Complex. Forget that heat vision or super strength. Philly’s signature play demands something more earthly. And Corenswet seems to agree to that.
Corenswet’s Shocking Tush Push Take
When grilled on trusting Jalen Hurts or Superman to execute the Eagles' unstoppable "tush push," Corenswet didn’t blink.
"Well, I mean, I'd say Jalen Hurts," he stated firmly. "I expect that there's a lot more technique and organization involved in the mechanics and success of the tush push than meets the eye, so to speak."
But he didn't just laud Hurts.
He even quipped Superman might just "end up tripping over his feet or something." It was a stunning endorsement of mortal skill over alien power. "I would trust Jalen with it. Mr. Hurts. Not that we know each other. Mr. Hurts," Corenswet added, showing genuine respect. But this wasn't just Hollywood fluff.
TRENDING: The new Superman, actor David Corenswet is a major #Eagles fan and Philly sports fan.
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— MLFootball (@_MLFootball) July 11, 2025
Corenswet bleeds green, spotted everywhere from Atlanta promotions to Instagram rocking Eagles gear and Wawa loyalty. His choice highlights the intricate brutality of Philly’s go-to move. Consequently, it spotlights the unique talent orchestrating it. Hurts has turned the tush push into an art form, plain and simple. And the stats scream Hurts' dominance.
Why Jalen Hurts Owns the Push
Since 2022, Philly has converted a staggering 87% of their tush pushes, far eclipsing the league's 71%. More tellingly, 33 of Hurts' 55 career rushing touchdowns. Yes, 33 of them came from just one yard out. He even tallied 15 rushing touchdowns in 2023. And 2024? He got 14 of them last season, consistently topping elite running backs. His low-center power and timing are unmatched.
Opponents know it’s coming. Yet, and yet, stopping it feels like halting a freight train. Besides, the Eagles' entire offensive line deserves credit for syncing perfectly with Hurts' decisive surge. Furthermore, their second-ranked rushing attack (29 touchdowns in 2024) builds entirely around this core identity. So, what does Corenswet’s nod mean?
It confirms Hurts possesses a superpower no cape can provide. And that power?
Flawless execution under pressure.
Hurts: The Eagles' Real-World Superpower
Corenswet ironically shares his birthday with that of the Philadelphia Eagles (July 8). And his playful admission cuts deep. It underscores that Hurts isn't just running a play; he's mastering a complex, violent ballet requiring supreme trust and technique. While Superman battles fictional foes, Hurts conquers real NFL giants. One inch at a time.
Philly native David Corenswet (new Superman) was born on the Eagles birthday?! Truly the best! https://t.co/aDx2Tdpseo
— ashley (@shyesplease) July 8, 2025
His ability in these moments fuels the Eagles' championship engine, transforming short yards into long playoff runs and Lombardi trophies.
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As the Birds gear up to defend their title, they don’t need a visitor from Krypton. They have their own grounded hero in Hurts, proving daily that true strength lies in perfected skill and Philly toughness. Or, as Roy Hobbs famously aspired in The Natural, ***"I could have been better. I coulda broke every record in the book."***Hurts, play by punishing play, is doing just that.