Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been cleared from the NFL concussion protocol and is set to lead his team in the NFC wild-card game against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday. Hurts, who had been sidelined since suffering a concussion in a game against Washington on December 22, returned to practice this week, signaling his readiness for the postseason.
The Eagles, who are the NFC East champions with a record of 14-3, are now close to full strength with Hurts back in the lineup. The team had backup quarterbacks Kenny Pickett and Tanner McKee fill in during Hurts' absence, leading them to victories in the final two games of the regular season.
With Hurts back, the Eagles are considered legitimate Super Bowl contenders. The team's odds to win the Super Bowl have improved, and they are now favored to beat the Packers in the upcoming game.
Hurts, who threw for 2,903 yards with 18 touchdowns and five interceptions this season, is known for his dual-threat ability as a quarterback. Despite dealing with a broken finger on his non-throwing hand late in the season, he has been a key player for the Eagles.
The Eagles also received good news regarding the health of their receiving corps, with tight end Dallas Goedert returning from injury and wide receivers A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith cleared to play against the Packers.
Coach Nick Sirianni expressed confidence in Hurts' ability to perform well despite the layoff, citing the strong connection he has with his receivers. The Eagles are prepared for the matchup against the Packers and have solid backup options in case of emergencies.
As the Eagles gear up for the playoff game, they are optimistic about their chances with a healthy Hurts leading the way. The team is focused on making a deep postseason run and will rely on their key players to deliver on the field.
