Pamela Hurts doesn’t speak often — but when she does, people hear it. Especially when someone takes a shot at her son, Jalen Hurts. The reigning Super Bowl MVP is no stranger to criticism, but a recent jab from a former backup quarterback hit differently. Mama Hurts came out swinging.
The former NFL player who called out Hurts? Chase Daniel — a 14-year veteran with just five career starts.
Pamela Hurts Claps Back at Jalen Hurts’ Latest Critic
On a recent episode of The Athletic Football Show, Daniel casually dropped Hurts down his quarterback rankings.
“I don’t want to start a franchise with Jalen Hurts,” Daniel said. “He might be eight, nine, 10 on that list. Maybe more.”
Pamela Hurts didn’t let that slide. On TikTok, she posted a blunt response full of sarcasm:
“And it’s pitiful… was he ever a starter anywhere?”
When a fan confirmed Daniel had never been a regular starter, she added:
“Figures… It’s mainly the ones who never played or played at a high level with most to say.”
That’s about as direct as it gets.
Daniel played 14 seasons in the NFL, appeared in 74 games, and earned more than $40 million. But with just five starts to his name, he opened himself up to criticism by talking down on a franchise quarterback.
Hurts Is Letting His Game Do the Talking
Let’s not forget — Jalen Hurts just led the Philadelphia Eagles to a Super Bowl win, taking down Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs.
The 25-year-old went 12-3 in 15 starts last season, throwing for 2,903 yards, 18 touchdowns, and just five interceptions. His playoff performances and poise in high-pressure moments helped end Kansas City’s hopes for a three-peat.
Maybe Hurts isn’t top five. His supporting cast can blur the lines of evaluation and there are several superhuman athletes at the position. But with two Super Bowl appearances, a championship, and the game’s MVP under his belt, the resume is growing hard to ignore.
The Philadelphia Eagles Are Still the Team To Beat
With Hurts locked in and Philly’s roster as loaded as ever, the Eagles look like early favorites heading into 2025. The offense is stacked. The defense is tough. And Hurts? He’s got receipts — and now his mom does too.
As for Daniel, he may want to think twice next time, especially with Pamela Hurts ready to set the record straight.