Jalen Hurts takes plummet in latest QB rankings that'll leave Eagles fans stunned

When NFL Spin Zone released its updated NFL quarterback power rankings after Week 2, one name stood out to Philadelphia Eagles fans: Jalen Hurts, ranked No. 16.

The ranking framed Hurts as an “average QB along for the ride on a loaded team,” pointing to his modest 253 passing yards through two games with no touchdown passes. By that logic, Hurts is little more than a caretaker. But the numbers — and the context — paint a more complex picture, one that suggests Hurts deserves to be higher on the list.

The case against Hurts

The criticism is straightforward: Hurts has yet to throw a touchdown pass this season. His passing yardage ranks near the bottom among starters, and explosive plays through the air have been scarce. Rankings like these often emphasize production throguh the air, and on paper, Hurts looks like he’s lagging behind.

It’s fair to say that through two weeks, Hurts hasn’t lit up the stat sheet as a passer. Other quarterbacks are racking up yardage and touchdowns, when lists weigh box-score output heavily, Hurts placement at No. 16 seems explainable

Why he deserves better

But that framing overlooks what Hurts is actually providing the Eagles — and why he’s much more than a “game manager”.

Efficiency in Week 1

Against Dallas, Hurts completed 19 of 23 passes for an 82.6% completion rate, one of the most efficient outings by a quarterback in Eagles franchise history with that many attempts. He added 65 rushing yards on 11 carries, keeping the Cowboys defense on its heels.

Playmaking with his legs: In Week 2 against Kansas City, Hurts passing line was modest — 15-for-22 for 101 yards — but he ran in a touchdown that proved critical. His dual-threat ability gives Philadelphia an edge most teams don’t have. While he may not be piling up passing scores, he’s still creating them in different ways.

Win column matters: The Eagles are 2-0. While quarterback rankings shouldn’t be reduced to a team record, winning remains a key part of the evaluation. Hurts is steering his team to victories over quality opponents — including beating their AFC nemesis in the Chiefs.

A ranking that feels too low

When multiple evaluators across the league — from FOX Sports to NFL.com and ESPN — see Hurts trending upward, while NFL Spin Zone’s 16th place ranking feels like an outlier from over the first two weeks, if anything, Hurts' ability to win without gaudy passing stats highlights his value.

Is he playing perfect football? No. But is he simply “average”? Absolutely not. Hurts is protecting the football, making plays with his legs, and commanding a 2-0 team that expects to repeat as Super Bowl champions come February.

Final snap

Power rankings are always subjective, but putting Jalen Hurts at No.16 after two weeks seems reactionary. The lack of passing touchdowns shouldn’t overshadow his efficiency, leadership, and versatility.

Currently, Hurts belongs in the eight to 12 range — ahead of a few names who might have bigger box scores, but fewer wins or less consistency. For now, the Eagles don’t care where Hurts ranks on paper. They care that he’s 2-0. And that’s precisely why his ranking should be higher.