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Jalen Hurts Pick Reportedly Factored into Carson Wentz Wanting to Leave Eagles

The Philadelphia Eagles' decision to select Jalen Hurts in the second round of the 2020 NFL draft reportedly factored into Carson Wentz's desire to leave the organization.

Jeff McLane of the Philadelphia Inquirer explained how the choice made by general manager Howie Roseman, with input from team owner Jeffrey Lurie, impacted Wentz's thinking.

"Roseman’s decision to draft Jalen Hurts in 2020, with encouragement from Lurie, was among the reasons Wentz wanted out of Philly, a source close to the quarterback said," McLane wrote.

This article will be updated to provide more information on this story as it becomes available.