Former Eagles Star Questions Jalen Hurts Amid Team Challenges

WHO:

Sportskeeda - Chris Long, a former Philadelphia Eagles defensive end

Heavy NFL - Chris Long, a former Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl champion

WHAT:

philadelphiaeagles.com - Jalen Hurts stated, "I feel good about it. I feel good about the guys that we have. I feel good about the work that we're putting forward and the week will tell how much that will improve."

philadelphiaeagles.com - Hurts mentioned that the Eagles are "jelling," and emphasized the need for a commitment to each other to "get the results that we want."

philadelphiaeagles.com - Hurts noted that running back Tank Bigsby is on Injured Reserve and running back Saquon Barkley hasn't practiced due to a hamstring injury.

philadelphiaeagles.com - Wide receiver DeVonta Smith is sidelined with a hamstring injury, and wide receiver Hollywood Brown is dealing with an ankle injury.

philadelphiaeagles.com - Tight end Dallas Goedert practiced on a limited basis as he rehabilitates a knee injury.

philadelphiaeagles.com - Hurts expressed the urgency to break a two-game losing streak despite the injuries affecting the offense.

Sportskeeda - Chris Long stated, "I can’t say that Jalen Hurts is the top three player on his roster," indicating his concerns about Hurts' performance relative to other players.

Sportskeeda - The Philadelphia Eagles dropped to a 2-2 record for the season after a 24-20 defeat against the Los Angeles Rams in their Week 4 clash.

Sportskeeda - Chris Long questioned whether Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is as good as people think he is.

Heavy NFL - Chris Long made an alarming statement regarding Jalen Hurts after a struggle-filled loss in Week 4 against the Los Angeles Rams.

WHERE:

Heavy NFL - The discussion pertains to the Philadelphia Eagles, an NFL team.

WHEN:

Heavy NFL - The statement from Chris Long was made on a Wednesday following a Week 4 loss.

WHY:

Sportskeeda - Long's comments were prompted by the team's struggles and the retirement of Lane Johnson.

HOW:

Heavy NFL - Long expressed his thoughts openly, indicating he typically has a positive opinion on the Eagles but felt compelled to critique Hurts after recent performances.

Jalen Hurts expressed confidence in the Philadelphia Eagles, stating that he feels good about the team's progress and the commitment needed to achieve their goals. He also acknowledged the challenges posed by injuries, noting that running back Tank Bigsby is on Injured Reserve and several key players, including Saquon Barkley and DeVonta Smith, are sidelined. Despite these setbacks, Hurts emphasized the urgency to turn things around and break a two-game losing streak.