Philadelphia Eagles to the Super Bowl? New Ranking Has Them Winning
There’s obviously so much buzz and hype going into the new NFL season. The Eagles, I believe, are the team to beat. Now, ESPN has released a list of its power rankings for the NFL teams in 2023, and they have the Eagles in an interesting spot. Philadelphia Eagles to the Super Bowl, again?
First of all, the defending Super Bowl champion, the Kansas City Chiefs, are the No. 1 team in ESPN’s Football Power Index rankings for the new season. That’s no a surprise. Many experts are projecting that the Chiefs will get to the Big Game again.
What’s interesting, though, is that their model actually views the Philadelphia Eagles, who lost to the Chiefs in the title game earlier this year, as the Super Bowl favorite. “It’s a result of the vast difference in quality between the NFL’s two conferences: The AFC is loaded with talent, while the NFC appears to have only a few contenders, paving the way for Philly,” they explain.
Philadelphia Eagles to the Super Bowl?
So, their numbers have the Eagles as the No. 1 favorites to win the Super Bowl. Their chance is 14%. Right behind them is the Chiefs at 13%. However, the article point out that, “the Eagles are the favorites at just 14% is an indication that this season is a little more wide open than most. FPI has made preseason predictions going back to 2015, and 14% is the second lowest for a favorite we’ve had in that time period.”
If you’re wondering who rounds out the top five, it’s the 49ers at No. 3, the Bills at No. 4 and the Bengals at No. 5. I would actually have flipped No. 4 and 5, but that’s just me. Either way, it’s exciting to see the Eagles getting this kind of buzz and respect in the league. Find the full ranking here. By the way, ESPN also ranked Jalen Hurts at the No. 6 best quarterback in the league in their recent ranking.
10 Fun Facts About the Philadelphia Eagles' Jalen Hurts
Where is Jalen Hurts from?
Jalen Hurts was born in Houston, Texas on Aug. 7, 1998. His parents are Pamela and Averion Hurts. He went to Channelview High School in Harris County, Texas.
GLENDALE, ARIZONA – FEBRUARY 12: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles reacts before playing against the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII at State Farm Stadium on February 12, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
What's Jalen Hurts' net worth?
Jalen Hurts is reported to have a net worth of $30 million dollars, as of June 2023. His net worth went up significantly after signing his new contract with the Eagles. I’m glad we paid up to keep him happy!
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JANUARY 29: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers during the third quarter in the NFC Championship Game at Lincoln Financial Field on January 29, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
His salary raises are incredible
Talk about getting a raise. Back in 2020, Hurts’ annual salary was $610,000. In 2021, it went up to $883,000. In 2022, it was $1 million. Now, in 2023 it’s $4.2 million, and in 2024, it’s $50 million. That’s according to CelebrityNetWorth.com.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JANUARY 08: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles walks off the field after his team’s 22-16 win against the New York Giants at Lincoln Financial Field on January 08, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
He wasn't a super high draft pick
You never know when you’re going to get a gem. Jalen Hurst was the 53rd overall pick in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft. He was going to be the team’s third-string quarterback but became the second-string very quickly.
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – OCTOBER 24: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles reacts while coming of the field after their loss against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on October 24, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Steve Marcus/Getty Images)
He supports women in sports
According to CelebrityNetWorth.com, “Hurts has been an advocate for women in sports, and he employs an all-female management team including his social media, communications, marketing, and sports agent team members.” That’s such a great thing for someone in his position to do.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JANUARY 29: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles takes the field against the San Francisco 49ers during the first quarter in the NFC Championship Game at Lincoln Financial Field on January 29, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
He has a girlfriend
Jalen Hurts introduced his girlfriend to the world after the Eagles’ NFC Championship win when he was spotted walking across the field with a woman. His girlfriends is Bryonna “Bry” Burrows, and the two met at the University of Alabama. She has an MBA.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JANUARY 29: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles holds the George Halas Trophy with A.J. Brown #11 after defeating the San Francisco 49ers to win the NFC Championship Game at Lincoln Financial Field on January 29, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Philadelphia Eagles defeated the San Francisco 49ers with a score of 31 to 7. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
He came close to winning the Heisman
Jalen Hurts didn’t win the Heisman Trophy but came close. He was a finalist and had a great season with the Oklahoma Sooners. But, that year, the trophy went to quarterback Joe Burrow.
ARLINGTON, TEXAS – SEPTEMBER 27: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles looks on while playing the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on September 27, 2021 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Richard Rodriguez/Getty Images)
He's a Christian
How many times have you seen a NFL football player thank God after a game? Many times. NFL players are rarely shy when it comes to expressing their faith and religion. Hurts is no exception, and he’s been open about is Christianity in interviews.
LANDOVER, MARYLAND – SEPTEMBER 25: Quarterback Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles celebrates after defeating the Washington Commanders at FedExField on September 25, 2022 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
He has siblings
Jalen Hurts is a middle child. He has a younger sister, Kynnedy, and an older brother, Averion. Jalen’s older brother is also a football player. Keep it in the family!
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – DECEMBER 21: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles reacts after defeating the Washington Football Team at Lincoln Financial Field on December 21, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
He can weight lift more than you
According to NFL-Therapy.com, Jalen Hurts can deadlift 656 pounds. That’s beyond impressive. He also has a video of his time at OU squatting 585-pounds. No wonder he’s so incredible on the field.
GLENDALE, ARIZONA – FEBRUARY 12: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles runs the ball against Nick Bolton #32 of the Kansas City Chiefs during the fourth quarter in Super Bowl LVII at State Farm Stadium on February 12, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
