The NFL was represented on Time magazine’s recent 100 Most Influential People of 2025 list, as Jalen Hurts was recognized under the “icons” section.
Hall of Fame shortstop Derek Jeter penned the entry for Hurts, highlighting the quarterback’s attitude in handling both the highs and lows of his career.
“Sometimes people win, then exhale. Jalen is not exhaling. He’s embracing the next challenge,” Jeter wrote. “Win or lose, Jalen’s resilience and determination offer all of us something to admire.”
An icon and on the @TIME list of the 100 Most Influential People of 2025.
That’s Jalen Hurts.@JalenHurts | #TIME100 pic.twitter.com/pnl6b259Ct
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) April 16, 2025
The most recent win for Hurts came on football’s biggest stage, helping Philadelphia Eagles defeat the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22 to win Super Bowl LIX. Hurts was named the game’s Most Valuable Player, accounting for 221 yards through the air and 72 on the ground.
Other sports figures on Time’s list include Léon Marchand, Serena Williams, Simone Biles, Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier.
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