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The Eagles had their second training camp practice on Thursday and Jalen Hurts spoke to reporters after finishing his work. He talked about turning the page to the 2025 season, why he didn’t put on the Super Bowl ring, and how his input on the offense has evolved over the years.
Here’s what the QB had to say:
On turning the page to the 2025 season
“When you embark on a new season, you embark on something new, it’s a complete reset. And that’s something Coach Patullo has established, and that’s something I’m very encouraged by — something I can really appreciate, because every time we come in here, you gotta be able to turn the page.”
Hurts went on to say that they have a very, very good spring, but that’s behind them and now they’re focused on have a really good training camp, building a great foundation, and continue to build on the chemistry with his teammates and coaches.
On QB rankings
Hurts was asked if he pays attention to the quarterback rankings that float around in the offseason, and with a smirk, quickly moved past the question.
“I’m just focused on being the best that I can be.”
On getting the Super Bowl ring
“It was honestly surreal to see it in person, almost, not nostalgic, but to see something that you’ve earned, have a moment to appreciate that one last time. Kind of overdue, in terms of what it was supposed to be initially, but it was a moment, and that moment is behind us.”
Hurts said that he’s moved on to the next year, which is why there are no pictures of him actually wearing the Super Bowl ring from the ceremony.
The QB was later asked if he even keeps tokens of his successes, like the Super Bowl ring, around him as he resets to the next year, but Hurts only said that he didn’t want to talk about any of the rings he’s received in the part, including this most recent one.
On advice from Michael Jordan
With a smile, Hurts explained that when talking to Michael Jordan about the season after winning a Championship, the basketball icon never used the word “repeat,” which the QB appreciated.
“I think it’s just purely about resetting, and being able to build that relationship, and have those conversations. Those are always helpful. Something I look forward to and appreciate.
Ultimately, it’s a new journey, it’s a blank canvas, and we are who we are, and we have who we have. And, regardless, whether you win a Championship or lose a Championship, the next year you have to be able to reset, have the right focus, and pursue it with great intensity, great passion. And I think that’s where we are.”
On his input on the offense
Hurts said that him giving input on the offensive scheme has evolved over the years, and it helps when your winning, but he’s seen more intensity to get him involved by OC Kevin Patullo and head coach Nick Sirianni.
“I feel a bit encouraged and pushed to take the bulls by the horn, in terms of what we are and who we are offensively.”
The quarterback said that he has a unique job to represent all 11 guys on offense and to lead the troops, and he takes great pride in that.
He went on to explain that it doesn’t mean leaning more into the passing game, or things like that, it’s more about finding ways to win games. Hurts noted that his desire to win has evolved over time, especially as he’s faced some adversity.
“I’ve been told for a long time that I have to do it a certain type of way — that didn’t get me the win, when I did it the way everybody wanted me to do it. And so that’s something I carry with me.”
The QB admitted that the 2022 Super Bowl loss affected how he approaches things, and it emphasized that it doesn’t matter how it looks, the only thing that matters is finding a way to win.
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