Jalen Hurts is stepping into his seventh NFL season with his seventh different offensive coordinator. That kind of turnover would rattle most quarterbacks, but Hall of Fame signal-caller Troy Aikman isn't worried about the Eagles' star.
"I believe Jalen can do anything that he's asked to do," Aikman said on ESPN's Get Up, praising Hurts' adaptability and relentless work ethic. It's high praise from a three-time Super Bowl champion who knows what it takes to thrive under center.
Hurts' journey has been anything but stable. He's navigated seven offensive coordinators in seven pro seasons, plus four different play-callers during his college stops at Alabama and Oklahoma. Aikman pointed out how rare this is, contrasting Hurts' situation with legends like Peyton Manning, Tom Brady, and Brett Favre — all of whom enjoyed long stretches of offensive continuity that helped define their careers.
Yet despite the constant change, the Eagles have consistently built systems around Hurts' unique strengths. Aikman highlighted Philadelphia's vertical passing game, outside-the-numbers throws, and two-by-two receiver sets as evidence of an organization that knows how to maximize its quarterback. The results speak for themselves: Hurts has led the Eagles to a Super Bowl appearance and consistently ranks among the league's most dangerous dual-threat players.
Looking ahead to 2026, Aikman expects offensive coordinator Sean Mannion to evolve the attack further. He predicts more under-center formations, increased play-action concepts, and a greater emphasis on attacking the middle of the field — all areas where Hurts can excel. For a quarterback who has already proven he can handle anything thrown his way, this next chapter looks like another opportunity to silence the doubters.
