Hurts completes a total of 279 passing yards, while also throwing a touchdown pass and rushing for another, contributing to the Eagles' victory over the Dolphins with a final score of 31-17.

Jalen Hurts, despite nursing a leg injury in the second half, displayed resilience and leadership as he steered the Philadelphia Eagles to a crucial victory. Although his physical condition may be compromised, his teammates acknowledge his toughness and ability to put the team in winning positions.

Following a pick-6, Hurts quickly rebounded and connected with A.J. Brown for the game-winning touchdown on the subsequent drive. In total, he threw for 279 yards and contributed to three scores, ultimately leading the Eagles to a 31-17 triumph over the Miami Dolphins on Sunday night.

When questioned about his condition, Hurts offered little insight, merely expressing hope that his injury will not impact him moving forward. The Eagles, too, share this optimism, as they vividly recall last season's setback when Hurts suffered a broken clavicle after a promising 13-1 start. However, Hurts managed to wrap up the game, finishing with his 13th career game featuring both passing and rushing touchdowns.

Eagles coach Nick Sirianni praised Hurts for his exceptional performance, emphasizing his competitiveness and reaffirming his unwavering confidence in him as the team's quarterback. Both the reigning Super Bowl champions, the Kansas City Chiefs, and the Eagles currently stand as the only 6-1 teams in the NFL.

Despite a couple of interceptions, Hurts relied heavily on his connection with Brown, targeting him 10 times for an impressive 137 yards. This marked Brown's fifth consecutive game with over 125 receiving yards. The matchup between Hurts and his former Alabama teammate, Tua Tagovailoa, ended in his favor as the Eagles outplayed the Dolphins (5-2).

However, the pivotal play that sealed the victory came from cornerback Darius "Big Play" Slay in the fourth quarter. With the Dolphins trailing 24-17, Tagovailoa attempted a deep pass intended for Raheem Mostert, but Slay intercepted the ball near the goal line, securing the win for the Eagles. The interception added to Slay's defensive prowess, enhancing the fan-favorite moment as he wore the throwback Kelly green jersey once donned by Reggie White.

In the closing stages of the game, the Eagles executed a clock-eating drive, earning crucial first downs. Hurts then connected with Brown for a pivotal 42-yard reception, setting up Kenneth Gainwell's decisive 3-yard touchdown run to seal the victory.

Throughout the season, Hurts has showcased moments of brilliance, albeit accompanied by sporadic inconsistency. Nevertheless, he managed to orchestrate a 14-yard touchdown pass to Brown late in the third quarter, securing the ultimately deciding 24-17 lead.

Hurts encountered some adversity earlier in the third quarter when a tipped pass ended up in the hands of linebacker Jerome Baker, resulting in a 22-yard interception return for a touchdown. Hurts, who faced a challenging game against the New York Jets, throwing three interceptions, had much fewer interceptions last season when he finished as the runner-up for NFL MVP.

In their first head-to-head matchup in the NFL, Tagovailoa completed 23 of 32 passes for 216 yards. The paths of these 25-year-old quarterbacks will forever be linked due to their shared experiences under coach Nick Saban at Alabama. Tagovailoa replaced Hurts during the 2017 national championship game and played a major role in leading Alabama to its fifth national title.

Unfortunately for Tagovailoa and the Dolphins, there were no dramatic comebacks in this game. The Dolphins' five wins this season have mostly come against struggling teams with a combined record of 8-25. Their lone matchup against a winning team resulted in a lopsided 48-20 loss to Buffalo (4-3).

Ahead of the game, Tagovailoa viewed it as an opportunity to gauge his team's capabilities against the reigning NFC champions. Although the Dolphins fought hard, closing the gap to 17-10 with a touchdown pass from Tagovailoa to Tyreek Hill late in the game, they were ultimately unable to overcome the Eagles' dominance.

Coach Mike McDaniel acknowledged the importance of playing high-caliber teams on the road, emphasizing the limited margin for error and the learning experience it provides for the Dolphins as they progress throughout the season.

The Eagles' victory highlighted the struggles faced by the Dolphins, who failed to assert their league-best offense against a formidable opponent.