Eagles exec reveals key update on potential contract extension for QB Jalen Hurts

Philadelphia may soon be at a crossroads with Jalen Hurts. Some recent updates reveal that the Eagles front office is thinking long and hard about a potential extension.

Adam Holt — NFL News Writer
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Dec 20, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) looks on from the field against the Washington Commanders during the first half at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

There has been no shortage of Jalen Hurts stories this offseason. Between possible drama between Hurts and wide receiver A.J. Brown, reports on frustrations from inside the building, and a swap at offensive coordinator, there is plenty of pressure on the veteran QB.

With that, the Eagles are not going to rush into any decision anytime soon. Instead, it sounds like they are going to play it slow with Hurts and see if t sort of production comes from the passing game in 2026.

Eagles are not focused on a new extension for Jalen Hurts

According to Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie in a recent report from Jeff McLane, the Eagles are not currently discussing a new contract with Hurts.

They are comfortable with his current deal and are waiting to see what happens in the future before making another big-time commitment to the QB.

“We never would discuss [negotiations],” Lurie said when asked about Hurts’ deal. “He’s in the middle of the new contract now.” — Jeff McLane

Pressure is building for the Eagles QB, and even he may know it right now

McLane also noted that a team source confirmed this sort of sentiment. The organization is on the same page when it comes to the long-term outlook on Hurts, and he has plenty to show in 2026 surrounded by some top end talent on the offense.

“‘He knows this is the last year of his guaranteed money,’ an Eagles source said. ‘He knows the cat’s out on some of his baggage. You got to be able to produce. You can’t be near the bottom of the league in passing two years in a row with the amount of talent that we have. It’s not acceptable.

And it’s everybody saying it — from Jeffrey on down. Everybody is on the same page.’”
— Jeff McLane

Ultimately, it will just come down to how Hurts plays this season. The door isn’t closed on a new deal that would keep him in Philly for even longer than his current contract does, but it does feel a bit like the door is slightly ajar rather than wide open.

Only time will tell how this all unfolds for the future in Philly.

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