As Jalen Hurts enters the 2025 NFL season, he does so under the guidance of his sixth different play-caller in as many years. This kind of turnover could be a major obstacle for many quarterbacks, but Hurts has not only adapted — he’s thrived. His journey through a rotating cast of offensive coordinators has forged one of the most dynamic and resilient quarterbacks in the NFL.
Hurts’ career began in 2020 under head coach Doug Pederson. Though he started the season on the bench behind Carson Wentz, Hurts took over late in the year and showcased immediate promise, especially with his legs. He rushed for over 100 yards in his first start and brought energy to a struggling Eagles team. However, the season ended in controversy when Pederson benched Hurts in the finale, leading to Pederson’s firing.
In 2021, the Eagles brought in Nick Sirianni as head coach, with Shane Steichen as offensive coordinator. Hurts began his first full season as a starter, throwing for over 3,000 yards and adding nearly 800 on the ground. The team made a surprise playoff run, though they were eliminated in the Wild Card round. The foundation of a run-heavy offense was set.
The 2022 season saw Hurts take a huge leap. With Steichen still calling plays, Hurts improved significantly as a passer while maintaining his rushing threat. He threw for 3,701 yards and rushed for another 760, combining for 35 total touchdowns. He led the Eagles to a Super Bowl appearance, narrowly losing to the Chiefs but proving himself on the biggest stage.
In 2023, Steichen departed for a head coaching job, and Brian Johnson was promoted from quarterbacks coach to offensive coordinator. Hurts’ stats remained solid — over 3,800 passing yards and 23 touchdowns — but his interception total climbed to 15. The Eagles started strong but finished the season on a 1-5 skid, raising questions about the offense’s direction.
Kellen Moore arrived in 2024 to revitalize the system, and he did just that. Under Moore, Hurts posted career highs in efficiency: a 68.7% completion rate and a 103.7 passer rating. He threw 18 touchdowns with just five interceptions and added 630 rushing yards and 14 rushing scores. Most importantly, he led the Eagles to a Super Bowl victory and was named MVP, cementing his place among the league’s elite.
Now, in 2025, Hurts will work with Kevin Patullo, who has been on the Eagles’ staff for several years and has a strong rapport with the quarterback. Patullo’s promotion promises some continuity, a welcome change for Hurts, who has had to adjust to new schemes and voices each season.
Through constant change, Hurts has proven to be not just durable, but exceptional. He’s become a playoff performer, a leader, and now, a champion. With Patullo taking over play-calling duties, the hope is that Hurts can continue building on his success — this time, with some long-awaited stability.
