The selection of Jalen Hurts as Super Bowl LIX MVP was hardly surprising after the Eagles dominated the Chiefs 40-22. The quarterback’s importance often overshadows others, but the voting process is flawed, relying on media votes submitted during the game’s final moments.

During the match, Cooper DeJean garnered significant fan support, winning the NFL.com poll with the most votes. Despite Hurts’ strong performance—completing 17 of 22 passes for 221 yards and two touchdowns—defensive contributions such as those by Josh Sweat could have merited consideration for the MVP award. The public consensus suggests that a defender’s impact was crucial to the Eagles’ success in the game.

Ultimately, winning a Super Bowl MVP is rare for defenders. As the debate continues, the case for an Eagles defender’s recognition grows stronger.