The Philadelphia Eagles have a growing issue at quarterback, and Jalen Hurts is catching strays from many around the NFL recently.
Hurts and the Eagles won a Super Bowl together just two years ago, but somehow the franchise needs to defend itself again as their star quarterback’s play comes into question. Even a former NFL All-Pro is taking shots at the sixth-year player from Alabama and Oklahoma.
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers legend Lavonte David recently retired from the league after a successful career. However, the former linebacker isn’t holding back any hot takes after stepping away from professional football.
.@LavonteDavid54 says his Buccaneers teams were never worried about Jalen Hurts 👀
"Jalen Hurts was never a guy we worried about. Our game plan was always their offensive line, stopping the run." pic.twitter.com/0jag4gwwTI
— The Arena: Gridiron (@ArenaGridiron) April 3, 2026
David appeared on “The Arena: Gridiron” show Friday to discuss the Eagles and Hurts’ quarterback play. Unfortunately for Philadelphia fans, it’s clear that the former Bucs player doesn’t think very highly of Hurts.
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“Hurts was never a guy we worried about,” David said during his appearance. “Our game plan was always their offensive line, stopping the run.”
Will the Eagles move on from Hurts?
The NFL world appears to be piling on with the Hurts takes recently amid an ESPN article targeting the Eagles quarterback. The report points to growing friction within the organization regarding Hurts’ abilities and teammates are frustrated by his demeanor.
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However, Philadelphia still sits in a position where they need to decide on Hurts’ future very quickly. The team handed the former Super Bowl champion a five-year deal in 2023 worth roughly $180 million guaranteed.
Hurts’ current deal with Philly runs through the 2028 NFL season and also contains a no-trade clause.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts scrambles against the Buffalo Bills during a 2025 NFL game. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images
General manager Howie Roseman is normally the type of executive known for getting deals done earlier than most teams. In the case of Hurts though, the Eagles may opt to move on from his contract in the next few seasons or even trade him sooner.
Philadelphia underwent a very similar situation with Carson Wentz just a few seasons ago. The Eagles found their replacement for Wentz in the draft after selecting Hurts in the second round.