, “and I have the approach of treating every year like I’m a freshman, like I’m new to it, like I’m a rookie, and being diligent and patient in everything I’m doing.
The “diligent-and-patient” approach has almost been a requirement in Hurts’ football journey. In three seasons with the Crimson Tide, the QB played for three offensive coordinators. After spending his final college season at Oklahoma, Hurts is working with his fourth offensive coordinator in the NFL.
“And so it’s just been that process, and it’s been a fun process because you get to see what works for other people. And the number of coaches that I’ve had since I’ve been here, I’ve been able to take in a lot of new knowledge and new understanding. And so I think the goal coming in was to learn Kellen’s offense and master it, and I think that’s been a process, and by the end of it, I want it to be mine and have it in my own way.