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Robert Saleh: Jets Need to Give Eagles' Jalen Hurts '11 Kisses' If He Runs the Ball

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh used a unique turn of phrase to describe how the team intends to slow down Philadelphia Eagles star Jalen Hurts.

Saleh told reporters his defenders need to "give him 11 kisses."

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"If the quarterback carries the ball, we've got to give him 11 kisses"<br><br>- Robert Saleh on the Eagles' "tush push" <a href="https://t.co/tQeoUAKq6r">pic.twitter.com/tQeoUAKq6r</a>

Hurts continues to be an effective runner, with an average of 60 rushing yards per game through five weeks. In addition, opposing teams still haven't found a formula to stop Philadelphia's patented "tush push" play.