Jalen Hurts to Release Kids’ Book in 2026

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback and Super Bowl MVP Jalen Hurts is set to release his debut children's book, 'Better Than a Touchdown,' on March 10, 2026. The story, illustrated by Nneka Myers and published by Penguin Random House, follows a young Jalen whose dream of joining the school football team is threatened when the team is cut, leading him and his friends to rally the community to save it. Hurts describes the book as a 'love letter to the power of community' and hopes to inspire resilience and self-belief in young readers. The book targets children ages 4-8 and is currently available for preorder. Publishing a children's book has long been a dream for Hurts, who aims to share the lessons and mentorship that shaped his own life. This release comes during a standout year for Hurts, who recently won the Super Bowl, was named MVP, and was recognized as one of TIME's 100 Most Influential People.