Hurts' rise to success has been rapid, as he was drafted by the Eagles in the second round of the 2020 NFL draft to be Carson Wentz's backup. However, when Wentz was traded to the Indianapolis Colts, Hurts took over as the full-time starter in 2021. Despite mixed individual results, Hurts led the Eagles to a 9-7 record and a playoff bid that season, totaling 26 touchdowns (16 passing, 10 rushing) to nine interceptions while finishing 26th in completion percentage (61.3). But in the 2022 season, Hurts showed significant improvement, putting together an MVP-level campaign that culminated in an appearance in Super Bowl LVII.

With this historic contract extension, the Eagles are banking on Hurts to continue his upward trajectory and lead the team to sustained success in the years to come. The move has significant implications not just for the Eagles, but also for the rest of the NFL, as it sets a new standard for quarterback contracts and raises the bar for future negotiations. As football fans eagerly await the start of the next season, all eyes will be on Jalen Hurts and his quest to live up to the historic contract he has been awarded.