“Only those who never played at a high level have something to say”: "Jalen Hurts' mother bashes Chase Daniels' comment on TikTok

In the world of NFL quarterbacks, few have faced as much scrutiny as Jalen Hurts. Despite his impressive Super Bowl performance and undeniable skill, critics continue to underestimate him. The latest wave of criticism came from former NFL quarterback Chase Daniel, whose remarks about Hurts sparked a fierce defense from someone who knows him best, his mother, Pamela Hurts.


Pamela Hurts, known for being fiercely protective of her son, wasn’t about to let trolls' words slide. In a viral TikTok exchange, she fired back with biting sarcasm: “And it’s pitiful… was he ever a starter anywhere?” Pamela’s comment quickly gained traction, with fans pointing out that Daniel had spent most of his career as a backup quarterback, a role that doesn’t exactly compare to Hurts’ stellar performances on the field.
Pamela didn’t stop there. In her follow-up, she took a direct shot at those who criticize players who haven’t achieved at the highest levels. “It’s mainly the ones who never played or played at a high level with most to say,” she stated, echoing a sentiment felt by many fans who believe Hurts’ critics are out of touch with his accomplishments. It’s one thing for experts to critique a player, but when former players who never started take shots, it stings a little more.

Pamela’s response ignited a wave of support from Hurts’ loyal fanbase, who rallied behind the family in a show of solidarity. Many fans took to social media to slam Chase Daniel for questioning Hurts, pointing out his track record and the clear disparity between the two quarterbacks’ careers. One fan summed it up perfectly: “I love Jalen hurts moms and dad Mrs Pamela Hurts you better not say nothing negative to say about her son in football.. Jalen hurts father is a High School football coach Jalen is raised in football it's in his DNA okay former quarterback in the NFL Chase Daniels watch your mouth”

Chase Daniel, a career backup quarterback who played 14 seasons in the NFL but started just five games, stirred up controversy during a recent appearance on The Athletic Football Show. When discussing Hurts, Daniel said, “I don’t want to start a franchise with Jalen Hurts. He might be 8, 9, 10 on that list. Maybe more.” These comments raised eyebrows, especially given that Hurts has not only led the Philadelphia Eagles to the Super Bowl but also emerged as one of the league’s most dynamic dual-threat quarterbacks.
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