Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts continued his championship celebration this weekend, dining with NBA legend Michael Jordan on Saturday night in what can only be described as a meeting of champions past and present.
Fresh off leading the Eagles to a dominant 40-22 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX, Hurts sat down with his Jordan Brand sponsor and longtime idol for what was reportedly a private dinner filled with championship conversation.
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The 26-year-old Super Bowl MVP, who passed for 221 yards and two touchdowns while rushing for 72 yards and another score in the big game, has made no secret of his admiration for Jordan throughout his career. Eagle-eyed fans might recall Hurts wearing a "banned" hoodie when the team landed in New Orleans before the Super Bowl, and later sporting a "Love Hurts" hoodie during the championship parade in Philadelphia-while enjoying a victory cigar in true Jordan fashion.
The dinner represents more than just a business meeting between athlete and sponsor. Since signing with Jordan Brand, Hurts has embraced the mentality that made Jordan a six-time NBA champion. During the Super Bowl, Hurts notably wore Air Jordan 1 "Unbannable" cleats, connecting his own legacy to Jordan's iconic footwear history.
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At just 26, Hurts appears to be taking the right steps to follow in Jordan's championship footsteps. While details of their conversation remain private, the meeting between Philadelphia's young superstar and the greatest champion in basketball history suggests Hurts' championship ambitions may just be beginning.
For Eagles fans hoping this Super Bowl victory marks the start of a championship era in Philadelphia, seeing their quarterback seek wisdom from the greatest winner in sports history could be the most promising sign yet of Hurts' commitment to building a lasting legacy.
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This story was originally published March 9, 2025 at 3:55 PM.