Jalen Hurts

[CajunVic]

His current OC at Alabama is the new HC at Maryland. I'd say that's a pretty close relationship.

Aoh' yea, the one that chose the other guy to play this year.

[CrazyCajun]

Aoh' yea, the one that chose the other guy to play this year.

You think that was his call? Lol and even if it is, Tua is better...that’s not anyone’s fault.

[CajunVic]

You think that was his call? Lol and even if it is, Tua is better...that’s not anyone’s fault.

it's just an observation. No fault cast.

[SlickRick]

Tua sure didn't look so hot Monday. I thought Jalen should have started the second half to see if he could provide a spark.

[CrazyCajun]

Tua sure didn't look so hot Monday. I thought Jalen should have started the second half to see if he could provide a spark.

Maybe but i don’t think it would have mattered who was back there. Clemson owned the trenches.

[CajunT]

11 intriguing transfer destinations for Jalen Hurts
By Chris Hummer27 mins


The college football quarterback transfer market now features its biggest name yet.

Jalen Hurts, a national-championship winning quarterback at Alabama, is listed in the transfer portal, according to 247Sports’ Barton Simmons. Being listed in the transfer portal does not necessarily mean Hurts will transfer, but it does allow other programs to contact Hurts.

And there will be no shortage of teams in hot pursuit of Hurts.

The former SEC Offensive Player of the Year is 26-2 as a starter and has one remaining year of eligibility. An Alabama graduate, Hurts would be able to transfer to any school — yes, including SEC squads — with immediate eligibility.

Based on Hurts’ skills, national need and more than a little logic, these are transfer destinations that make a whole lot of sense for the Alabama signal caller:

TCU Horned Frogs

Hurts is from Texas and the Horned Frogs need a quarterback. On paper this move would make a lot of sense. TCU has experience with high-profile transfer QBs (Kenny Hill comes to mind) and Hurts would give a Top 25-level team some instant stability under center. Hurts would also not lack for weapons. Rising junior wide receiver Jalen Reagor (72 catches, 1,061 yards) is among the nation’s best, and TCU also features a one-two punch between Darrius Anderson and Sewo Olonilua at running back. Hurts camped at TCU during his initial recruitment.

Auburn Tigers

I mean ... from a football standpoint, this makes sense. Gus Malzahn needs a quarterback and his power spread scheme would be an ideal fit for Hurts’ skillset. Additionally, Hurts would get a chance to compete against his former team. But Hurts' legacy at Alabama is so firmly entrenched, it's hard to see him risking all that to play for an arch-rival.

Maryland Terrapins

There’s the Mike Locksley connection here. Locksley spent the last two years at Alabama with Hurts and the pair have been nothing but complimentary of each other this season. Bringing Hurts to Maryland would give the team a smooth one-year transition to begin Locksley’s tenure. Hurts knows Locksley’s system. Locksley knows Hurts. It’d allow Hurts’ upward development as a passer to continue. Maryland has quarterback questions, too. Last year’s starter, Kasim Hill, in November tore his ACL for the second time in two years.

Miami Hurricanes

This scenario makes sense on the surface based on need. Miami, which obviously needs a QB, would provide Hurts an immediate, high-profile place to finish his college career. Probe a little deeper and the move aligns further. A not-so-quiet rumor circulating in college circles is Major Applewhite to the Hurricanes as offensive coordinator. And while that isn’t a done deal, it’s worth noting Applewhite served as offensive coordinator at Houston during Hurts’ recruitment. One of the first schools to offer Hurts? Yep, Houston.

Houston Cougars

Speaking of Houston, the school and Hurts make sense for a few reasons: 1. Hurts could go home and finish his colligate eligibility. 2. New Houston head coach Dana Holgorsen has made a career out of mentoring quarterbacks, including Will Grier, who came to Morgantown as a Florida transfer. 3. Holgorsen’s system would give Hurts a high-profile platform to show off his arm.

The only problem with this scenario? The Cougars already has a fantastic quarterback in D’Eriq King. Holgorsen called King a “great” quarterback this week in San Antonio, correcting a reporter who labeled the rising senior as “good.”

Arkansas Razorbacks

Chad Morris recruited Hurts in high school and I’d be surprised if he didn’t do so again. Morris, the former SMU head coach, is a noted QB whisper dating back to his time at Clemson. And the Razorbacks are in desperate need of a quarterback. Would Hurts have a chance to win much at Arkansas next season? Probably not. But Morris would be an intriguing coach to tutor under for a season as Hurts preps for a future in the NFL.

Florida Gators

File the name Brian Johnson away with this one. A former assistant at Mississippi State and Houston, Johnson recruited Hurts out of high school for the Bulldogs. A key factor in Dak Prescott’s ascendance, Johnson and Dan Mullen bring with them a wealth of quarterback developmental experience. Florida also could use a QB. Feleipe Franks was much better in Year 2 as a starter, but you’re not going to find anyone nationally who thinks Franks gives Florida a better chance to win than Hurts. Florida jumps into the 2019 national title picture with Hurts in the fold.

Florida State Seminoles

The Seminoles need a quarterback solution, and Willie Taggart needs a spark. Hurts could help fill both voids. The offense of new Seminoles’ offensive coordinator Kendal Briles would be a boon in Florida State’s potential pursuit of Hurts. King, in 11 games under Briles, threw for 2,982 yards and 36 touchdowns against just six interceptions. That veer-and-shoot system, dating back to Robert Griffin, puts quarterbacks in the league. But Hurts probably saw how badly FSU's offensive line struggled in 2018 and it's hard to imagine him signing up for that pain.

Tennessee Volunteers

This is another matter of connecting the dots. Jeremy Pruitt is a former Alabama assistant. His school, Tennessee, needs a quarterback. And Pruitt’s new OC, Jim Chaney, is a well-respected play-caller and developer. Hurts could do a lot worse than Knoxville.

Florida Atlantic Owls

I would consider this destination unlikely. But Lane Kiffin and Jalen Hurts have a noted history, one that in 2016 resulted in one of the best true freshman quarterback seasons ever. Does Hurts want to finish his career in Conference USA? Probably not. Crazier things have happened, though, and relationships are often paramount.

Arizona Wildcats

The least likely team on this list, Arizona still garners inclusion because of Hurts’ family relationship with Kevin Sumlin. Texas A&M made a big push late in Hurts’ initial recruitment, landing a coveted in-home visit before Hurts enrolled early at Alabama. Sumlin’s relationship with Hurts’ dad, a Texas high school football coach, secured that meeting. Why is this unlikely then? Khalil Tate is headed back to Arizona for his senior season. Had Tate opted to leave, which he strongly considered, the Wildcats would sit atop this list.

Lots of opinions, most of these aren't applicable. For Hurts, it's about QB development for the NFL. He has already won a national championships. If Murray is gone at Oklahoma, Riley is the best coach for him right now when it comes to development. Does Oklahoma want him, not if Murray is coming back.

[CajunT]

11 intriguing transfer destinations for Jalen Hurts
By Chris Hummer27 mins


The college football quarterback transfer market now features its biggest name yet.

Jalen Hurts, a national-championship winning quarterback at Alabama, is listed in the transfer portal, according to 247Sports’ Barton Simmons. Being listed in the transfer portal does not necessarily mean Hurts will transfer, but it does allow other programs to contact Hurts.

And there will be no shortage of teams in hot pursuit of Hurts.

The former SEC Offensive Player of the Year is 26-2 as a starter and has one remaining year of eligibility. An Alabama graduate, Hurts would be able to transfer to any school — yes, including SEC squads — with immediate eligibility.

Based on Hurts’ skills, national need and more than a little logic, these are transfer destinations that make a whole lot of sense for the Alabama signal caller:

TCU Horned Frogs

Hurts is from Texas and the Horned Frogs need a quarterback. On paper this move would make a lot of sense. TCU has experience with high-profile transfer QBs (Kenny Hill comes to mind) and Hurts would give a Top 25-level team some instant stability under center. Hurts would also not lack for weapons. Rising junior wide receiver Jalen Reagor (72 catches, 1,061 yards) is among the nation’s best, and TCU also features a one-two punch between Darrius Anderson and Sewo Olonilua at running back. Hurts camped at TCU during his initial recruitment.

Auburn Tigers

I mean ... from a football standpoint, this makes sense. Gus Malzahn needs a quarterback and his power spread scheme would be an ideal fit for Hurts’ skillset. Additionally, Hurts would get a chance to compete against his former team. But Hurts' legacy at Alabama is so firmly entrenched, it's hard to see him risking all that to play for an arch-rival.

Maryland Terrapins

There’s the Mike Locksley connection here. Locksley spent the last two years at Alabama with Hurts and the pair have been nothing but complimentary of each other this season. Bringing Hurts to Maryland would give the team a smooth one-year transition to begin Locksley’s tenure. Hurts knows Locksley’s system. Locksley knows Hurts. It’d allow Hurts’ upward development as a passer to continue. Maryland has quarterback questions, too. Last year’s starter, Kasim Hill, in November tore his ACL for the second time in two years.

Miami Hurricanes

This scenario makes sense on the surface based on need. Miami, which obviously needs a QB, would provide Hurts an immediate, high-profile place to finish his college career. Probe a little deeper and the move aligns further. A not-so-quiet rumor circulating in college circles is Major Applewhite to the Hurricanes as offensive coordinator. And while that isn’t a done deal, it’s worth noting Applewhite served as offensive coordinator at Houston during Hurts’ recruitment. One of the first schools to offer Hurts? Yep, Houston.

Houston Cougars

Speaking of Houston, the school and Hurts make sense for a few reasons: 1. Hurts could go home and finish his colligate eligibility. 2. New Houston head coach Dana Holgorsen has made a career out of mentoring quarterbacks, including Will Grier, who came to Morgantown as a Florida transfer. 3. Holgorsen’s system would give Hurts a high-profile platform to show off his arm.

The only problem with this scenario? The Cougars already has a fantastic quarterback in D’Eriq King. Holgorsen called King a “great” quarterback this week in San Antonio, correcting a reporter who labeled the rising senior as “good.”

Arkansas Razorbacks

Chad Morris recruited Hurts in high school and I’d be surprised if he didn’t do so again. Morris, the former SMU head coach, is a noted QB whisper dating back to his time at Clemson. And the Razorbacks are in desperate need of a quarterback. Would Hurts have a chance to win much at Arkansas next season? Probably not. But Morris would be an intriguing coach to tutor under for a season as Hurts preps for a future in the NFL.

Florida Gators

File the name Brian Johnson away with this one. A former assistant at Mississippi State and Houston, Johnson recruited Hurts out of high school for the Bulldogs. A key factor in Dak Prescott’s ascendance, Johnson and Dan Mullen bring with them a wealth of quarterback developmental experience. Florida also could use a QB. Feleipe Franks was much better in Year 2 as a starter, but you’re not going to find anyone nationally who thinks Franks gives Florida a better chance to win than Hurts. Florida jumps into the 2019 national title picture with Hurts in the fold.

Florida State Seminoles

The Seminoles need a quarterback solution, and Willie Taggart needs a spark. Hurts could help fill both voids. The offense of new Seminoles’ offensive coordinator Kendal Briles would be a boon in Florida State’s potential pursuit of Hurts. King, in 11 games under Briles, threw for 2,982 yards and 36 touchdowns against just six interceptions. That veer-and-shoot system, dating back to Robert Griffin, puts quarterbacks in the league. But Hurts probably saw how badly FSU's offensive line struggled in 2018 and it's hard to imagine him signing up for that pain.

Tennessee Volunteers

This is another matter of connecting the dots. Jeremy Pruitt is a former Alabama assistant. His school, Tennessee, needs a quarterback. And Pruitt’s new OC, Jim Chaney, is a well-respected play-caller and developer. Hurts could do a lot worse than Knoxville.

Florida Atlantic Owls

I would consider this destination unlikely. But Lane Kiffin and Jalen Hurts have a noted history, one that in 2016 resulted in one of the best true freshman quarterback seasons ever. Does Hurts want to finish his career in Conference USA? Probably not. Crazier things have happened, though, and relationships are often paramount.

Arizona Wildcats

The least likely team on this list, Arizona still garners inclusion because of Hurts’ family relationship with Kevin Sumlin. Texas A&M made a big push late in Hurts’ initial recruitment, landing a coveted in-home visit before Hurts enrolled early at Alabama. Sumlin’s relationship with Hurts’ dad, a Texas high school football coach, secured that meeting. Why is this unlikely then? Khalil Tate is headed back to Arizona for his senior season. Had Tate opted to leave, which he strongly considered, the Wildcats would sit atop this list.

Lots of opinions, most of these aren't applicable. For Hurts, it's about QB development for the NFL. He has already won a national championships. If Murray is gone at Oklahoma, Riley is the best coach for him right now when it comes to development at the P5 level. Does Oklahoma want him, not if Murray is coming back. Napier would be the next guy if he is willing to play at a G5.

[TheFan]

Pretty sure Hurts is looking to attend a school that Can't draw 15k to a game and has managed to turn away 19k students from wanting to attend...Napier will call, our chances are 0.

This...

[CajunEXPRESS]

I think you’re absolutely right, SEC is off the table...but there is a P5 somewhere that will welcome him with open arms...look at what Lamar Jackson did in the NFL this year, he will want his shot being they are similarly skilled.

Everyone has an opinion. Now there’s a former Florida quarterback who went on to LTUR reviving his college career. He’s now in the NFL.

Hurts isn’t going to just any P5. That’s my opinion. I’m not seeing elite programs needing him. So I’m willing to hope he can see himself here. It worked for Jake getting to Super Bowl.

[zephyr]

Tua sure didn't look so hot Monday. I thought Jalen should have started the second half to see if he could provide a spark.

Tua was pretty sharp early. He was 9-11 at one time. He started to lose the grip a bit when the line started faltering and the rush was getting to him.

[JamesTheJeweler]

Im gonna need to put on some sweatpants. These jeans are getting uncomfortable.

[Cajunfanatico]

Im gonna need to put on some sweatpants. These jeans are getting uncomfortable.

Movement?