ESPN sparks outrage after ranking Jared Goff above Super Bowl MVP Jalen Hurts in new QB list

NFL fans were left confused and upset after ESPN released its 2025 quarterback rankings today. Many people were surprised when Jared Goff was ranked higher than Super Bowl MVP Jalen Hurts.

Jalen Hurts was ranked only under Jared Goff on the list even if he guided the Philadelphia Eagles to a championship victory earlier this year. NFL coaches, scouts, and executives compiled the rankings, the results of which are generating significant controversy on the internet. People are now asking if winning a Super Bowl and being the MVP is still enough to earn proper respect in the league.

Jared Goff ranked above Jalen Hurts in ESPN’s latest QB list

In the most recent ESPN quarterback ratings, Jalen Hurts was ranked at No.

9 while Jared Goff came in at No. 8. Based on votes from NFL insiders including front-office members, coaches, and scouts, this list was published on July 14. Many fans and football analysts have found the decision unacceptable.

With over 4,600 passing yards and the Pro Bowl MVP trophy, Jared Goff had a fantastic 2024 season for the Detroit Lions. His remarkable numbers helped him rise up the ratings. Still, Jalen Hurts also had a great year.

Appointed Super Bowl MVP, he led the Eagles to February Super Bowl victory. He ran for 221 yards and three total touchdowns in the game. Jalen Hurts still failed to crack the top 5 or even top 8, thus posing issues regarding what matters more in these ratings: statistics or major achievements.

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Jalen Hurts fans speak out as debate gets louder

After the rankings were shared online, many Jalen Hurts supporters took to social media to share their anger. One fan wrote, “He wins MVP, takes us to the Super Bowl, and still gets disrespected.”

Some even called ESPN’s list “a joke.” Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni also backed his quarterback, calling the recent criticism “bullshit.”

In interviews, analysts like Dan Orlovsky said they now believe Jalen Hurts proved them wrong after the Super Bowl win. Some voters, meanwhile, supported Jared Goff's position, pointing out his greater consistency throughout the regular season. Still, the argument goes on and many will be carefully observing both quarterbacks this year.