Eagles’ Jalen Hurts Slammed for Met Gala Over White House Super Bowl Snub

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts found himself in the social media crosshairs after opting for the glitz of the Met Gala over a White House visit to celebrate the team’s Super Bowl victory. Fans took to X to voice their frustration, pointing out that Hurts, citing "scheduling conflicts," skipped the event with President Donald Trump but made time to attend the high-profile fashion event alongside his wife, Bry Burrows.

Hurts wasn’t alone in his absence from the White House. Teammates like wide receivers AJ Brown and Devonta Smith also missed the visit, while running back Saquon Barkley, who attended the Met Gala as well, faced his own wave of criticism for engaging with Trump online. Barkley clapped back on X, defending his respect for the presidency and shrugging off the noise with a nod to golfing with both Trump and Obama.

While some fans slammed Hurts’ priorities, others rallied behind the quarterback, praising his choice to sidestep the political spotlight. The debate underscores a broader tension: where athletes draw the line between public duty and personal freedom.