49ers kicker Robbie Gould takes shot at Eagles QB Jalen Hurts

Gould's argument holds little water and comes off as slightly disrespectful. Hurts led the league in passer rating on throws of 25-plus yards. Also, Hurts showed he's a genuine duel threat, becoming the first player in NFL history to rush for 10 or more touchdowns and post a 100-plus passer rating in the same season. 

When it comes to Gould's complaints about Hurts and the Eagles not having to play entire football games, again, the kickers' criticism comes up woefully short. Throughout the season, Hurts was the main reason the Eagles routinely needed only the first half of football to take care of business. According to the AP's Josh Dubow, Hurts posted a 103.6 passer rating and accounted for 23 touchdowns in the opening half of games this season. 

It's safe to say that Hurts still hasn't shrugged off the doubts about his game even after leading the Eagles to a 16-1 mark as the starter, clinching the No. 1 seed in the NFC and steamrolling to the Super Bowl. Though, a decisive win on Sunday might finally change perceptions of the 24-year-old MVP candidate.