Philadelphia Eagles signed quarterback Jalen Hurts of Houston, Texas to a five-year deal worth
$255 million. The signing now makes Hurts the highest paid quarterback in National Football League history in terms of average annual value.
Hurts will be paid an average of
$51 million per season over the next five seasons. Of the $255 million, a total of $179 million is guaranteed.
This past season, Hurts completed 306 passes in 460 attempts for 3701 passing yards, 22 touchdowns and six interceptions. The first year Pro-Bowler also had 165 rushes for 760 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns on the ground.
A major reason why Hurts received the massive contract, is because the Eagles won and won a lot in 2022. Of his 15 starts, the Eagles had a record of 14 wins and one loss. Philadelphia reached the Super Bowl,