A quarterback turned philosopher: Jalen Hurts best quotes

Jocks. You hear that word and it automatically paints a picture of the meathead in the high school hallways, that spent more time beating up nerds and interrupting the class than studying. But there are plenty of athletes who are a far fit from that description, and Jalen Hurts is one of those genius jocks.

Hurts picks and chooses his words wisely

The Philadelphia Eagles QB is known for his play on the field more than his personality off of it. But is levels of profoundness are rivaling those of Aristotle or Descartes. He is a man of few words, but like most people who chose their words carefully, what he says hits hard, and when he speaks people listen.

With a quiet and calm demeanor, Jalen Hurts uses is actions to speak volumes louder than his words. However, anytime Hurts steps to the mic, he is liable to producing gems. In a seemingly effortless way, Hurts speaks like a poet. Thinks like a philosopher and plays like a Hall of Famer.

It’s not just his play that will go down in the history books. He’s got some phrases and one liners that everyone should incorporate into their daily life. One of his best ones: “I’m not trying to prove anybody wrong, I’m trying to prove myself right.” He said that when he was getting ready to enter the league after a successful career at the University of Alabama.

Hurts already a legend with his philosophy on life and football

Now he’s a Super Bowl champion and considered one of the most reliable quarterbacks in the league. He has shown that he can put up eye popping stats, but that doesn’t necessarily translate to success. In his first Super Bowl he had 300 yards passing, 70 rushing and four total touchdowns. The Eagles lost. In last year’s Super Bowl his numbers were more modest, but Philly won. That is a reflection of his demeanor off the field. He doesn’t have to be the loudest or the flashiest.

Who knows if he is just naturally inspirational or has a calendar he looks at each and every day that fills his head with words of wisdom, but Hurts is joining a list of legendary athletes that dropped timeless quotes that lasted much longer than their playing careers. Legends like Yogi Bera, Muhammed Ali and Michael Jordan are known not just for their play, but for some of their wisdom they shared while being the greats of their respective sports. Without further ado, here are some of the best Jalen Hurts quotes.

• “I’m not trying to prove anybody wrong, I’m trying to prove myself right.”
• I carry my scars with me everywhere I go. I don’t forget.
• I am humble because I have been humbled.
• The bigger you get, the smaller your circle should be.
• Whether you like what I’m doing or not, I’m not satisfied.
• Ten percent of life is what happens to you. Ninety percent is how you respond to it.
• Money is nice. Championships are better.
• You either win or you learn.
• The most important thing is to be where your feet are.
• Coach used to always say ‘hungry dogs run faster’. I ain’t hungry, I’m starvin’ for this sh*t.

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