The calm, cool, collected, and stoic demeanor of Jalen Hurts was brought up by Philadelphia media prior to Week 8.
Hurts' "look" was talked about throughout the week, with players bringing it up as knowing that their star quarterback was in the zone. During Hurts' media availability, he responded to a question about the "look" and whether he notices it.
"I'm not going into saying I'm going to affect people in this way with this mentality or this level of fortitude. I'm just going out there and playing the game with the mental focus I've developed over the years. I always hope to influence people in the best ways. Ultimately, everybody gets to that mode in a different way. I guess they're noticing that in me."
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Hurts' look could be likened to the "Mamba Mentality" that was made famous by the late Kobe Bryant of the Los Angeles Lakers. Hurts has been known for his calming demeanor, often oversimplifying answers when talking with media members. Recently, Hurts has been a calming force in the Eagles locker room, especially amid so much uncertainty on the field from the offense, along with constantly having to field questions about A.J. Brown's recent displeasure and aloof behavior.
For Hurts, one thing has been constant since he took over for Carson Wentz in 2020. He's consistently been focused on the "main thing," which has, of course, been winning and ultimately accumulating multiple Super Bowl victories. While the stoic Hurts may have his shortcomings as a quarterback at times, his leadership during the turbulent times in Philadelphia has never been a question mark to fans and media alike.
Hurts' persona embodies the spirit of the 2025 Philadelphia Eagles, serving as their consistent figure amid a season with immense expectations.
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While statistics and game results will always dominate headlines, it’s Hurts’ unwavering demeanor and mental resilience that continue to set the tone for his teammates and the organization as a whole. While stats and game results will always dominate headlines, Hurts' ability to stay "locked in" and focus on the "main thing" is what makes him the perfect leader for the franchise at this time.