The Philadelphia Eagles running back Jalen Hurts made history on Sunday by rushing for 44 yards and touching down. On Thursday, Washington Commanders defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. revealed his plan: if Hurts decides to run the ball, he’ll be treated like one, potentially forcing a tough matchup against the Eagles’ offense. This approach mirrors how def-coordinators handle quarterbacks who switch from passing to rushing, often making them more vulnerable to contact. The situation is particularly notable given the Eagles’ Super Bowl hopes and their reliance on Hurts as a dual threat. Whitt emphasized that if the Commanders want to force Hurts into this style, they’ll do so, while he remains under team restrictions after limited practice participation on Wednesday.
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