DeVonta Smith defends Jalen Hurts' elite quarterback status

DeVonta Smith, a wide receiver for the Philadelphia Eagles, defended his teammate Jalen Hurts regarding his status among top quarterbacks. Smith spoke out after cornerback Darius Slay made comments that left Hurts off the list of elite quarterbacks, which sparked some controversy. On a podcast called "7PM in Brooklyn," Smith emphasized that Hurts deserves to be mentioned alongside great players like Patrick Mahomes, Joe Burrow, Josh Allen, and Lamar Jackson. He expressed his frustration about Hurts not getting enough recognition for his achievements. Jalen Hurts has recently led the Eagles to a Super Bowl appearance, which adds to the argument for his inclusion in elite quarterback discussions. While Mahomes is the only one among them with a Super Bowl ring, many believe Hurts' contributions should be acknowledged more widely.