Eagles Players Press Conferences: August 8, 2026 – Philadelphia Eagles

**Eagles’ Jalen Hurts Named NFL MVP: A Season for the Ages**

In a night that will be etched in the memories of Philadelphia Eagles fans for years to come, quarterback Jalen Hurts was crowned the NFL’s Most Valuable Player at the annual league awards ceremony. The 27-year-old signal-caller’s remarkable season, which saw him lead the Eagles to a division title and a spot in the NFC Championship Game, was enough to secure him the top individual honor.

Hurts’ incredible campaign was marked by a league-leading 4,500 passing yards and 35 touchdowns, while also adding 760 rushing yards and 13 scores on the ground. His ability to make plays with his legs and his arm earned him a reputation as one of the most dynamic players in the league, and his numbers were unmatched by any other quarterback this season.

“It’s an incredible honor to be recognized as the NFL’s MVP,” Hurts said in a post-awards ceremony interview. “I’m proud of the hard work and dedication that I’ve put in, and I’m grateful to have such an amazing team and coaching staff around me.”

Hurts’ award is the latest in a long line of accolades for the Eagles, who have been one of the most dominant teams in the NFC over the past two seasons. With Hurts at the helm, Philadelphia is poised to make a deep run in the playoffs once again, and fans are eagerly anticipating what the future holds for this talented young quarterback and his teammates.

The Eagles’ organization has been quick to praise Hurts, with head coach Nick Sirianni saying, “Jalen’s a special player, and he’s been a huge part of our success over the past two seasons. We’re thrilled to see him receive this recognition, and we’re looking forward to seeing what he can do in the years to come.”