Jalen Hurts Signs $255M Deal With Eagles: Report
In a landmark deal, the Philadelphia Eagles have re-signed quarterback Jalen Hurts to a five-year extension for $255 million, with $179.304 million of that guaranteed, ESPN reported via sources.
In a landmark deal, the Philadelphia Eagles have re-signed quarterback Jalen Hurts to a five-year extension for $255 million, with $179.304 million of that guaranteed, ESPN reported via sources.
With this development, Hurts becomes the highest-paid player in NFL history.
The deal in question is the most significant contract regarding average annual value in NFL history – just short of Deshaun Watson’s $230 million agreement signed with the Cleveland Browns last year, which remains the largest in guaranteed money.
The Eagles also revealed that Hurts’ extension includes a no-trade clause, which is a first for the franchise.
The 24-year-old Hurts had a standout season in 2021, throwing for 3,701 yards and 22 touchdowns with only six interceptions while rushing for 760 yards and 13 scores.
He was an MVP candidate and led the Eagles to a 14-1 record last season.
Hurts’ growth as a passer was impressive, improving his QBR ranking from 19th to fourth and completion percentage from 26th to 11th. He set a franchise record with 43 total touchdowns, surpassing Donovan McNabb’s record for most in a single season.
His Super Bowl LVII performance was also notable, with 374 total yards and four touchdowns, though the Eagles ultimately lost to the Kansas City Chiefs.
Hurts’ path to stardom was not straightforward, as he was rested during the national championship game at Alabama in favor of Tua Tagovailoa and ultimately lost his starting job to him.
He transferred to Oklahoma for his senior year and finished second in the Heisman Trophy voting.
Hurts was included for a struggling Carson Wentz towards the end of the 2020 season and became the full-time starter in 2021 following Wentz’s trade to the Indianapolis Colts.
He has compiled a 23-11 record as a starter for Philadelphia, having missed two games due to a right shoulder strain.
Five biggest NFL signings
Let’s look at the five biggest NFL signings in history:
Patrick Mahomes – In 2020, the Kansas City Chiefs signed quarterback Patrick Mahomes to a 10-year contract extension worth up to $503 million, making it the largest contract in NFL history.
The deal includes $477 million in guaranteed mechanisms and a $140 million injury guarantee.
Dak Prescott – In 2021, the Dallas Cowboys signed quarterback Dak Prescott to a four-year, $160 million contract extension, with $126 million guaranteed.
This makes him the highest-paid player in franchise history and the second-highest-paid quarterback in the NFL.
Jalen Hurts – In 2023, the Philadelphia Eagles signed quarterback Jalen Hurts to a five-year, $255 million extension, with $179.304 million guaranteed.
This is the most significant contract in terms of average annual value in NFL history.
Deshaun Watson – In 2020, the Cleveland Browns signed quarterback Deshaun Watson to a four-year, $156 million contract extension, with $111 million guaranteed.
At the time, it was the biggest contract in NFL history regarding guaranteed money at the time.
Russell Wilson – In 2019, the Seattle Seahawks signed quarterback Russell Wilson to a four-year, $140 million contract extension, with $107 million guaranteed.
At the time, it was the most valued contract in NFL history with respect to average annual value.
