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Eagles' Jalen Hurts 'not above' QB competition, likens Nick Sirianni's emphasis on core principles to Nick Saban at Alabama

PHILADELPHIA -- Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts said he is "not above" a competition when asked whether he feels the coaching staff has committed to him as Philadelphia's starter.

Coach Nick Sirianni has not publicly named Hurts QB1, citing the importance of creating competition at every position.

"I value everything that Coach has brought here," Hurts said Wednesday. "I remember back in my days at Alabama, Coach [Nick] Saban, hearing him talk about discipline, commitment, effort, toughness and pride, having these core values that he is trying to instill in the team.