Jalen Hurts Reportedly Rejects Contract Extension, Plans to Leave Eagles After 2025 Season
In a stunning turn of events that has sent shockwaves throughout the NFL and Philadelphia, franchise quarterback Jalen Hurts has reportedly turned down a 2-year, $71.3 million contract extension from the Eagles and informed the organization of his intent to leave at the end of the 2025 season.
The news, first reported Tuesday morning, comes just days before the Eagles are set to open training camp, throwing the team’s long-term plans into chaos. Hurts, who signed a record-setting five-year, $255 million extension just two years ago, had been viewed as the future of the franchise — a steady leader with MVP-caliber talent and poise. His decision to reject a lucrative extension and explore other options has left many fans and analysts stunned.
According to sources close to the situation, Hurts’ decision is not strictly financial. While the proposed deal would have made him one of the highest-paid quarterbacks on an annual basis, insiders say Hurts has grown increasingly frustrated with the organization’s direction, particularly following the Eagles’ second-half collapse during the 2024 season. Questions surrounding the team’s commitment to stability — both on the coaching staff and within the roster — have reportedly played a significant role in his decision.
Hurts, 26, has not spoken publicly about the reports but is expected to address the media later this week. In the meantime, the Eagles front office now faces a monumental challenge: either attempt to salvage the relationship or begin preparing for life after Hurts, a quarterback who led the team to a Super Bowl appearance in just his third year as a starter.
The Eagles’ fan base, already reeling from last year’s disappointing finish, has reacted with a mixture of disbelief and anger. Social media was ablaze with speculation Tuesday morning, with some calling for GM Howie Roseman to do “whatever it takes” to keep Hurts in green.
With the 2025 season now shaping up as Hurts’ final run in Philadelphia, all eyes will be on the team to see how they respond — and whether they can convince their quarterback to reconsider. If not, the Eagles will enter 2026 with a massive void under center and far more questions than answers.
