From Leading the Eagles to the Top to Earning Global Recognition: Jalen Hurts Named to TIME100 List as His Monumental 2025 Season Keeps Getting Bigger
Jalen Hurts’ 2025 season has already been one for the books — and now, it’s officially historic.
The Philadelphia Eagles’ star quarterback has been named to TIME Magazine’s prestigious TIME100 list, recognizing the most influential people in the world. This honor places Hurts not just among the elite in sports, but among world leaders, visionaries, artists, and changemakers who are shaping the future of our world.
Hurts’ selection to the TIME100 is a testament to more than just his football talent — it’s a reflection of his leadership, resilience, and impact far beyond the gridiron.
A Year to Remember
Coming off a red-hot start to the 2025 NFL season, Hurts has led the Eagles to the top of the NFC standings, solidifying his status as one of the league’s premier quarterbacks. With a career-high passer rating, clutch performances week after week, and unmatched poise in high-pressure situations, Hurts has once again proven he’s built for greatness.
But his influence reaches far beyond touchdowns and highlight reels.
More Than an Athlete
Off the field, Hurts has become a powerful voice in the community. From advocating for mental health and education reform to launching youth empowerment programs in underserved neighborhoods, he continues to embody what it means to be a leader with purpose.
TIME Magazine cited Hurts’ “calm command of the spotlight, commitment to service, and the way he’s redefined leadership for the next generation” as key reasons for his inclusion on the list.
“He’s the kind of role model we need,” wrote TIME contributor and NFL legend Peyton Manning in the magazine’s profile. “Jalen represents the best of what sports can be — a platform for greatness that lifts others as it climbs.”
A Legacy in the Making
Hurts’ rise hasn’t been without challenges. From transferring colleges early in his career to being doubted as a long-term starter in the NFL, his path has been marked by perseverance, humility, and relentless work ethic.
Now, with both elite performance on the field and growing influence off it, Hurts is building a legacy that transcends sport.
Teammates and fans alike have rallied around the news of his TIME100 selection. Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni called the recognition “well-deserved and long overdue,” while wide receiver A.J. Brown tweeted simply:
“QB1. Face of the League. Leader for life.”
The Season’s Still Young
As Hurts continues to chase a Super Bowl title this season, the TIME100 honor serves as yet another reminder: we are witnessing the evolution of a generational figure in real time.
In a world hungry for authenticity, discipline, and drive, Jalen Hurts has become more than just a quarterback — he’s become a symbol of what’s possible when talent meets character and purpose.
