Jalen Hurts Breaks Silence on Eagles’ Passing Struggles—What’s Really Behind the Slow Start?

So here we are, watching the Philadelphia Eagles kick off their season with two wins under their belt—but, honestly, the passing game feels like it’s stuck in molasses. Jalen Hurts, ever the eagle-eyed leader, isn’t shying away from the blame; he’s owning the hiccups in the air attack, taking full accountability like a true general on the gridiron. Yet, can you really pin it all on him? With new offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo at the helm—whose play-calling has some fans twitching nervously—and two supremely talented receivers, A.J. Brown and DaVonta Smith, inexplicably acting more like decoys, it’s clear there’s a bigger story here. So… what’s holding back this high-flying offense? Are they on the cusp of evolution or just limping along, risking becoming a one-trick pony? Let’s dive into the tangled web of strategy, skill, and accountability that’s shaping the Eagles’ early season saga.

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - SEPTEMBER 14: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles makes a pass during the first quarter of the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on September 14, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri. — (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

The Philadelphia Eagles have won their two games this season.

Their defense has been outstanding, and their running game continues to be as efficient as ever.

The passing game, however, has left plenty to be desired, and quarterback Jalen Hurts is taking the blame.

“I take a lot of accountability for a lot of it, and just how we go out there because that’s my job. My job is to go out there and be the general, orchestrate everything, and ultimately make plays. Given the opportunities that we had, I’m very critical of myself, trying to make the most of what’s given to us. There’s definitely some evolution that we can do. There are definitely some things that we can grow in, but I look inward on all of those things. … How we operate is important when you talk about that dynamic and that synchronization. Being on the same page, so there is no gray. You can’t play this position with some gray,” Hurts said.

That’s the type of behavior one would expect from a leader like Hurts, and while it’s fair to say that he’s missed some clear throwing windows and his ability to read coverages hasn’t always been the best, he’s not solely to blame.

New offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, who replaced Kellen Moore, hasn’t done the best job calling plays so far, and fans have already started to lose their patience with him.

Head coach Nick Sirianni had Patullo’s back and praised his communication skills and knowledge of the players, noting that he brought a sense of continuity to the offense due to his previous work with the team.

All that is valid, but the fact of the matter is that they have two Pro Bowl-caliber wide receivers, and A.J. Brown and DaVonta Smith have been nothing more than expensive decoys this season.

The Eagles are winning, which is all that matters, but each of the victories has been close.

Unless they start unleashing their pass catchers more often, the Eagles will become a one-dimensional team, and even Saquon Barkley can be stopped if they just run the ball over and over.

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