Hurts Faces Pressures and Challenges in NFC Championship Game
Hurts was sacked a career-high seven times against the Rams and has been pressured on 44.4% of his dropbacks in the two playoff games, a significant increase from the regular season. Despite this, he has still managed to complete 28 of 41 passes (68%) for 259 yards, two touchdowns, and no interceptions, while also rushing for 106 yards and a score.
The Eagles’ quarterback will be looking to lead his team to their second Super Bowl appearance during his career, and he will be facing the Washington Commanders for the third time this season. Hurts was injured in the Week 16 loss to Washington, sustaining a concussion that kept him out of the next two games.
Including the Week 16 matchup, Hurts is 6-3 in his career against the Commanders, with 18 total touchdowns. His presence is crucial for the Eagles, and he will be looking to help his team secure a victory in the NFC Championship Game on Sunday. The game is set to kick off at 3 p.m. ET.