The Philadelphia Eagles are entering a pivotal season, and all eyes are on quarterback Jalen Hurts. After back-to-back seasons where the passing attack ranked in the bottom third of the league, NFL executives are divided on what the future holds for the signal-caller in Philly.

According to ESPN, this is a make-or-break year for Hurts and the Eagles' offense. The team is planning to incorporate more play-action and under-center work—elements Hurts has been hesitant to embrace in the past. However, sources say he's been "as open as he's ever been" this offseason, throwing off-site with receivers Devonta Smith and Elijah Moore. With A.J. Brown expected to be traded, Smith steps into the No. 1 role.

Despite the struggles, some personnel evaluators still rank Hurts as a top-12 quarterback. But the spotlight is bright. One AFC executive was blunt: "Hurts I could see [Philly moving on]. Polarizing player, and as his running ability starts to decline, his value will decline, too. Howie Roseman will always be proactive with finding solutions."

The financials are worth watching. Hurts has $22 million in 2027 guarantees, and a trade before June 1 would leave a manageable $2.9 million cap hit. After June 1, the savings jump to $21.4 million. One exec compared it to the Kyler Murray situation, where the Eagles would need to pay to facilitate a deal.

Of course, if Hurts thrives, he could force a new contract. His current deal runs through 2028. An NFC evaluator is optimistic: "He's had so many coordinators that he'll adapt. If the running game returns to form, he throws it well over the top."

On defense, the Eagles' depth chart after the 2026 NFL Draft is taking shape, but the big question remains: Can they get the 2024 version of Jalen Carter back in 2026? That could be the key to the entire unit's success.

Whether you're team Hurts or ready for a change, this season will define the Eagles' direction for years to come. Stay tuned—and stay geared up for the ride.