It’s the age-old adage: “Success has many fathers, failure is an orphan.” And if there’s anyone who embodies that narrative in today’s NFL, it’s Jalen Hurts. The Philadelphia Eagles quarterback has endured immense scrutiny over the years—questioned after his rookie season, doubted after Super Bowl LVII, and constantly measured against the league’s elite. Yet despite the pressure, Hurts returned in the 2024 season with unmatched composure and dominance.
He led the Eagles to a decisive Super Bowl LIX victory in New Orleans, piling on the scores while his defense shut out the opposition for the first 43 minutes, sealing the franchise’s second championship in seven years. And still, some critics refuse to give him his due.
Former NFL quarterback Chase Daniel was the latest to throw shade. While speaking on The Athletic Football Show, Daniel said, “I don’t want to start a franchise with Jalen Hurts. He might be 8, 9, 10 on that list. Maybe more.” That comment sparked backlash—not just from fans, but from someone who knows Hurts better than anyone else: his mother, Pamela.
Jalen Hurts mom is shutting down trolls who are dosing her son on TikTok.
“It’s mainly the ones who never played or played at a high level with most to say.”
Damn. pic.twitter.com/QUq3THMn5T
— MLFootball (@_MLFootball) April 22, 2025
Never one to stay silent when it comes to her son’s character being questioned, Pamela Hurts clapped back swiftly. In a now-viral exchange on social media, she responded to Daniel’s take with pointed sarcasm: “And it’s pitiful… was he ever a starter anywhere?” A fan replied that Daniel spent nearly his entire career as a backup. Pamela didn’t hold back in her follow-up: “Figures… It’s mainly the ones who never played or played at a high level with most to say.”
For context, Chase Daniel played 14 seasons in the NFL, appearing in 74 games but starting only five. Despite limited field time, he was widely regarded as a capable locker room presence and a savvy clipboard holder—earning over $41 million across his career, largely in backup roles. Still, it might be a stretch to weigh his résumé against someone like Hurts, who has not only started in two Super Bowls but has also emerged as one of the most effective dual-threat quarterbacks of the modern era.
Pamela’s comments reflect more than just parental pride—they capture the frustration many feel when high-achieving athletes are dismissed by those who haven’t played at the same level. As for Jalen Hurts, he’s yet to address Daniel’s comments. But if history is any indicator, he’ll do his talking on the field.
Stay tuned! There’s more to this story.
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