Jalen Hurts Achieves Historic Milestone in Eagles’ Win Over Panthers

Jalen Hurts becomes the first player since LaDainian Tomlinson to rush for 13+ touchdowns in three consecutive seasons, solidifying his MVP-caliber season in the Eagles’ win over the Panthers.

Jalen Hurts Makes NFL History Once Again

Jalen Hurts continues to rewrite the record books, reaching a rare milestone in the Philadelphia Eagles’ 22-16 victory over the Carolina Panthers. With his 13th rushing touchdown of the season, Hurts became the first quarterback in NFL history to rush for 13+ touchdowns in three consecutive seasons and just the seventh player ever to achieve this feat. The last player to accomplish it was LaDainian Tomlinson, who had six consecutive seasons with 13+ rushing touchdowns from 2002 to 2007.

A Record-Breaking Achievement

Hurts’ rushing touchdown on Sunday was more than just another six points; it cemented his status as one of the most prolific rushing quarterbacks in NFL history.

• Hurts is the first quarterback with three seasons of 13+ rushing touchdowns.
• He is only the seventh player in NFL history to achieve this feat in three consecutive years.
• All other quarterbacks in NFL history combined have just two such seasons.

In addition to this milestone, Hurts recorded his 25th career game with both a passing touchdown and a rushing touchdown, ranking fifth all-time in this category.

Eagles’ Winning Streak and Hurts’ MVP Campaign

While Hurts’ passing stats were modest in the win — completing 14 of 21 passes for 108 yards and two touchdowns — his ability to impact the game on the ground proved pivotal. Hurts also rushed for 59 yards, adding another dimension to the Eagles’ offense.

During the Eagles’ impressive nine-game winning streak, Hurts has been the driving force:

• 23 total touchdowns (second in the NFL to Josh Allen since Week 6).
• Only two giveaways during the streak.
• A 113.7 passer rating, ranking fourth in the NFL over the same span.

Coach Nick Sirianni Praises Hurts

Despite acknowledging the team’s struggles in the passing game, Eagles coach Nick Sirianni emphasized Hurts’ versatility and value:

“We didn’t play to our standard in the pass game, but he’s able to make plays in different ways. That’s a huge asset that he has as a quarterback.”

Sirianni also reiterated Hurts’ place in the MVP conversation, stating:

“I stand by that. He’s done a lot of really good things.”

What’s Next for Jalen Hurts?

With two more rushing touchdowns, Hurts could become the first quarterback in NFL history to record consecutive seasons with 15+ rushing touchdowns. If he achieves this, he’ll join Derrick Henry as the only players to do so in recent history (2019-2020).

As the Eagles continue their push for playoff dominance, Jalen Hurts’ dual-threat ability remains the cornerstone of their success.

Key Takeaways

• Jalen Hurts made history, becoming the first player since LaDainian Tomlinson to rush for 13+ touchdowns in three straight seasons.
• Hurts’ all-around performance is driving the Eagles’ nine-game winning streak and his MVP-worthy season.
• With two more rushing touchdowns, Hurts is poised to break another NFL record.