Jalen Hurts Wins ASWA Pro Athlete of Year After Super Bowl LIX MVP

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been named the Alabama Sports Writers Association's Pro Athlete of the Year for 2024-25, marking his second time receiving this honor after previously winning in 2022. Hurts led the Eagles to victory in Super Bowl LIX, earning MVP honors with a standout performance that included 221 passing yards, two touchdowns, and a record-breaking 72 rushing yards—the most by a quarterback in Super Bowl history. During the 2024 regular season, Hurts completed 68.7% of his passes for 2,903 yards and 18 touchdowns, while also rushing for 630 yards and 14 touchdowns, showcasing his dual-threat capability. Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni praised Hurts for his continuous improvement and leadership, emphasizing that his success is also supported by his teammates. Hurts, who played quarterback at Alabama from 2016-2018, joins a select group of former Crimson Tide players to receive this prestigious award, highlighting his exceptional journey from college to professional football. Reflecting on his career, Hurts described his path as unprecedented, marked by perseverance and growth leading to his ultimate success.