Jalen Hurts: 10 things to know about the Philly quarterback and Houston native

Who is Jalen Hurts? We look back at the rookie QB's path from high school standout to QB1 for the Birds.The stage has been set for Super Bowl LVII on Sunday, Feb. 12. Although Houston isn't hosting, it will indeed be represented by a 24-year-old quarterback who proudly represents the city.Philadelphia Eagles QB and Space City native Jalen Hurts has thoroughly impressed during the 2022-2023 NFL season.

After a Week 3 win, Hurts became the first QB in NFL history to record at least 900 pass yards and at least 150 yards in his first three games of the season.1. He attended and played football at Channelview High School As a senior, Hurts threw 26 touchdown passes and rushed for 1,392 yards and 25 touchdowns. He was selected second-team all-district as a sophomore and was named Overall MVP during his junior year.Hurts took over in the second game of the season for QB Blake Barnett. It hasn't been done since Vince Sutton in 1984.His father, Averion Hurts Sr., has been Jalen's coach since he was in middle school. Hurts Sr. is the head football coach at the QB's high school alma mater.4.

Hurts pledged in 2020. The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity is a historically African-American fraternity founded on Nov. 11, 1911, at Howard University.Hurts mentioned in a post-game press conference that he listens to the "Sweet Love" artist after every game while watching film.The QB has said in numerous interviews that this particular hot sauce is essential for him.

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