Will the Eagles Be Allowed to Wear Green in Brazil?
Can you imagine a Philadelphia Eagles game being played with none of the players allowed to wear green? How about a Green Bay Packers game with nobody on the field, or off the field, allowed to wear green? That would be pretty crazy. But, Josh Jacobs set off all kinds of alarms last week when he mentioned during a podcast interview that both the Eagles and Packers wouldn’t be allowed to wear green for their big Week 1 game in Brazil. So, is it for real? Will the Eagles have to go with an alternate color for that Week 1 game?
Will the Eagles Be Allowed to Wear Green in Brazil?
Don’t freak out too much if you’ve heard the rumor that the Eagles won’t be allowed to wear green in their Week 1 matchup in Brazil. During a recent interview on the Green Light with Chris Long, Jacobs mentioned that the Green Bay Packers have been informed that they aren’t allowed to wear green during their trip to South America and the Brazil game.
“They said that the part of Brazil we’re going to, you can’t even wear green at,” Jacobs said in the interview. “They said, I guess, something to do with the gangs and stuff.” He mentioned that the same deal was with the Philadelphia Eagles. If that sounds shady to you, then you have a good gut instinct, because now, the NFL has responded to correct this rumor.
The NFL has come out in a statement and wants everyone to know that fans and players will be allowed to wear green in Brazil. An NFL spokesman commented to the Philadelphia Inquirer that when the game is played in early September, “You will see a stadium full of fans wearing the green of the Eagles and the green of the Packers.” So, why the confusion? Well, there’s an informal ban on the color green in Brazil that’s related to the area soccer team. That ban was discussed by CBSSports.com’s Jeff Kerr in an article in April. “The Eagles-Packers game will be played at Corinthians Arena, which is home to the Brazilian soccer team Corinthians,” Kerr stated. “The biggest rival for Corinthians is Palmeiras, who wear the color green. Corinthians has an informal ban on wearing green, as a former player was actually fined by the club a few years ago for wearing green cleats.” So, the good news is that if you’re going to the Eagles’ Brazil game, you can wear your finest green.
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)
