The Philadelphia Eagles became the highlight of this season with an undefeated 8-0 start. The franchise made it through this season’s playoffs and sealed its spot in the divisional round. The franchise has had a quarterback problem as Jalen Hurts is dealing with an injury. But a new and positive update could turn the Philly fans’ worries into joy.
Jalen Hurts has had problems since Week 15 when he sprained his shoulder. The QB1 missed out on the next two games, but he competed in the regular-season finale to sweep the top seed. The franchisee received a bye week, which may have worked wonders for Hurts.
Eagles fans are Flying!
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NFL Insider Ian Rapoport made a notable development regarding Jalen Hurts in the Good Morning Football broadcast. He mentioned that the Eagles QB1 has gotten off the injury report after nearly a month, which could be a good sign for the franchise.
From @GMFB: #Eagles QB Jalen Hurts has escaped the injury report for the first time in nearly a month, while we check in on the latest with Sean Payton. pic.twitter.com/GsJy2rTV2P
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 18, 2023
The new update has relieved the hopes of the Philadelphia fans, and the New York Giants fandom is left perspiring in fear.
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A user said that Giants could have the edge.
Giants winning I fear
— Steelers_17-0 (@Kyle193939) January 18, 2023
Another user said Philadelphia needs Jalen Hurts for the final games and probably the Super Bowl.
Eagles need Hurts now! These next 2 games, and maybe the Super Bowl
Have to get there when you are this close and have home field— Maria Panova (@notsleeeping) January 18, 2023
But this user is wondering how much assistance would Hurts need.
How much help does Hurts need?
— DanielJonesBurner (@PilgrimDJB) January 18, 2023
This user shared multiple eagle emojis to express themselves.
🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅
— flip (@fliprevis) January 18, 2023
Moreover, this user pulled some statistical digging to back up the Giants’ winning probability.
Since 1990 the New York Giants are an NFL best 6-0 against #1 seeds in the playoffs.
— AdamtheSpinyGIANT (9-7-1) (@GiantSpiny) January 18, 2023
This user has some strong words to address his thoughts.
Time to own those midgets ! 😄
— Josh Sweat Truther (@EaglesBurna) January 18, 2023
However, a NY Giants fan did not expect to hear such a piece of news.
This is not what we want to hear.
— Mk 🌊 (10-7-1) (@MK3800_) January 18, 2023
The Philadelphia Eagles might be a strong team in the matchup and could have a better edge in winning the game. But the Giants could lock their eyes on Jalen Hurts’ injured shoulder.
Jalen Hurts responds on Giants keeping tabs over his injury
The Eagles’ QB1’s shoulder could become a legitimate problem as they enter the divisional playoffs. The Giants could have their horns locked onto Jalen Hurts’ shoulder, something they could use as an advantage. But Hurts does not seem to be bothered by it.
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#Eagles QB Jalen Hurts not worried about his shoulder being targeted by #Giants defenders. “I’ve got a bounty on me every week.” Says he’s going to “play my game and whatever happens, happens.” pic.twitter.com/3cwFxYWVrZ
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) January 17, 2023
On Tuesday, Hurts said, “It’s football. I’ve got a bounty on me every week I go out there on the field. So, I’m going to go out there and just play my game, and whatever happens, happens.”
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Indeed, Hurts is off the injury report. But as the divisional games come closer, the injury scare remains.
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