Jalen Hurts has been named the NFL’s most hated player by fans, according to a new sentiment study.
The Philadelphia Eagles quarterback topped the rankings based on negative social media engagement and fan reaction data. The findings illustrate how rapidly perception can evolve in a quarterback-driven league.
Hurts now heads a list featuring established veterans, emerging players, and several polarizing names.
Most hated NFL players ranked by fans
The study from Vegas Insider analyzed negative fan sentiment to identify the league’s most disliked players. Here is the full top-10 list:
- Jalen Hurts – Philadelphia Eagles
- Jake Moody – Washington Commanders
- Luther Burden – Chicago Bears
- Cole Strange – Miami Dolphins
- Daniel Jones – Indianapolis Colts
- Tyrique Stevenson – Chicago Bears
- Deshaun Watson – Cleveland Browns
- Justin Fields – New York Jets
- Mike Brown – Tennessee Titans
- Anthony Richardson – Indianapolis Colts
Hurts’ ranking reflects changing narratives
Hurts’ placement at number one is notable given his earlier popularity. He and the Eagles drew widespread support prior to their 2024 Super Bowl win.
Championship success often brings increased scrutiny, particularly for franchise quarterbacks in prominent markets. The study indicates sentiment may have shifted following Philadelphia’s title run.
Daniel Jones and Justin Fields also appear in the top 10 of both the most loved and most hated lists. Their dual presence highlights how quarterbacks can generate strong approval and criticism at the same time.
Deshaun Watson’s inclusion near the top further demonstrates how divisive figures continue to drive conversation. In today’s NFL, visibility and narrative influence fan sentiment as much as on-field performance.
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