Hurts’ Future Hangs on This Season | NFL News

0:00On September 1st, so, Jalen Hertz, the Eagles quarterback, just got ranked on ESPN's top 100 NFL players list. The wild part is, he dropped way down from number 38 last year to 97 this year. They're saying it's an up and down year for him, and he's now working with a new offensive scheme from Coordinator Sean Mannion. Despite the drop, the number show Hertz has been a winner with a 57 and 25 record as a starter. Since 2022, he's second only to Josh Allen in total touchdowns, racking up 138. Last season, he threw for over 3,000 yards and 25 touchdowns, adding 8 more on the ground. Now, the Eagles signed him to a big deal, a five year, $255 million extension back in April 2023. But here's the kicker. There's not a lot of guarantee money left on that contract after the 2026 season. That means his performance this year is pretty crucial for his future in Philly. The team opens the 2026 season at home against the commanders, and all eyes will be on Hertz and Mannion.

1:04If Hertz shines in this new system, the Eagles could be playoff contenders again. But if he struggles, things could get ugly fast, and we might even see him traded next off season. Mannion himself has been praising Hertz, saying he's accurate, a great athlete, and really focused on the fundamentals. He mentioned Hertz is always looking to improve, and is hungry for more, which is exactly the kind of player coaches love to work with. We'll see if that chemistry translates on the field when the season kicks off. You've been listening to NFL News today, AI-powered football coverage.