Hurts comfortable earning QB1 job: I'm not above competition

The Philadelphia Eagles intend to hold an open competition for the starting quarterback gig, and that's more than fine with Jalen Hurts.

On Wednesday, Hurts told the media he's ready to earn the QB1 job after being asked about the organization's commitment to him.

"No one is above (competition)," Hurts said. "Everybody's got to go to work. Rent is due every day. It's always been that way for me. Always been a get better mentality every day. Grow every day, be a better leader every day, be a better quarterback every day. And when that rent's due, I don't plan on missing no payments.

"I'm not above anything with competition."

Philadelphia traded Carson Wentz earlier this offseason, seemingly paving a way for Hurts to slide into a permanent starting role. However, the club also added veteran signal-caller Joe Flacco and head coach Nick Sirianni declined to name Hurts the starter last month, stating his desire to have competition at every position.

The 22-year-old says he is looking forward to getting a chance to work with an established quarterback like Flacco.

"Joe's been great. The knowledge he brings to the quarterback room is very beneficial for me," Hurts noted.

Hurts, a second-round draft pick in 2020, started four games for the Eagles during his rookie campaign, completing 52% of his passes and throwing six touchdowns to four interceptions.

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