Eagles' Vic Fangio Pumps the Brakes on Jalen Hurts Interception Concerns
As of Tuesday evening, Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts had thrown 13 interceptions through 16 training camp practices.
In the days leading up to the 2026 season, Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has experienced a significant increase in interceptions, throwing 13 during the first 16 training camp practices alone. Over the course of the previous four training camps combined, Hurts had accumulated 15 interceptions. Philadelphia Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio addressed these growing concerns during a press conference on Wednesday, expressing his thoughts on the matter.
"He's learning a new offense," Fangio stated, according to Eagles reporter Cayden Steele. The Eagles are embarking on another season under the guidance of their new offensive coordinator, Sean Mannion. Mannion is implementing a completely new offensive scheme, completely different from what Hurts and his team are accustomed to. This learning curve has resulted in Hurts throwing a greater number of interceptions this preseason, with just six interceptions in 16 regular-season games last season and only one season in his NFL career where he threw double-digit picks, that being 2023 when he threw 15.
The Eagles will conclude their preseason schedule with a game against the Cincinnati Bengals on Friday night, followed by an opening Week 1 matchup against the Washington Commanders on September 13.
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