Via Jeff Neiburg of the Philadelphia Inquirer, Hurts told reporters on Wednesday that he was dealing with an illness last week. He had one specific symptom after the Monday night loss to the Falcons — his voice was scratchy and hoarse.

The Philadelphia Eagles quarterback could hardly talk after Monday’s loss to Atlanta, but that didn’t prevent him from addressing his teammates.

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is using Monday's stunning 22-21 loss to the Atlanta Falcons as a learning opportunity for the entire