Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts dresses as ‘God’ for Halloween, sparks Internet buzz

When Jalen Hurts strode into the Philadelphia Eagles’ Halloween party this year, he didn’t just show up as any ordinary player.

With a mop in hand and a pair of overalls, Hurts captured attention, and sparked a flurry of social-media chatter, by dressing as the janitor version of Morgan Freeman’s God character from the 2003 film Bruce Almighty.

Fans initially thought he was portraying Mr. Johnson, the beloved janitor from the ABC sitcom Abbott Elementary, due to the similar workmanlike outfit and mop prop. However, closer inspection revealed subtle nods to the film character, confirming Hurts’ tribute to Freeman’s iconic role.

The choice was both clever and culturally astute. In Bruce Almighty, Jim Carrey’s character, a down-on-his-luck newscaster, is temporarily granted the powers of God. Freeman’s portrayal of God, calm yet commanding, is a cornerstone of the movie’s enduring charm.

By choosing the janitor version of the character rather than the all-white suit worn later in the film, Hurts created a playful ambiguity that briefly confused fans while also demonstrating a sense of humor and pop-culture awareness.

The towel tucked into his waist and the simple, everyday attire mirrored Freeman’s introduction as God, blending normalcy with a subtle divine reference – a perfect Halloween twist.

Mid-season momentum and off-field flair

While his costume earned social media acclaim, Hurts has plenty of impressive achievements on the field. Through six games this season, he has completed 70.2% of his passes, accumulating 1,677 yards with 15 touchdown passes and only a single interception. In addition to his passing prowess, he has rushed for 207 yards and added five touchdowns on the ground, highlighting his dual-threat capability.

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— 2K SA (2025 NFL MVP) (@BarkleysBurner_) October 29, 2025

Fresh off a key victory against the New York Giants, which improved the Eagles to a 6-2 record, Hurts and his teammates are gearing up for a Week 9 Monday Night Football showdown against the Green Bay Packers.

Hurts’ Halloween costume reflects more than just a love for films-it hints at his personality off the field. Confident yet approachable, playful yet strategic, he combines star power with relatability.

Just as Freeman’s God character subtly guides Carrey’s character toward personal growth and responsibility, Hurts demonstrates leadership that is both commanding and understated, whether through his on-field performance or lighthearted off-field antics.

Hurts’ Halloween choice showcases his ability to embrace fun while remaining in the spotlight as a professional athlete. Dressing as Morgan Freeman’s God, even in janitor attire, allowed him to connect with fans in a humorous and creative way.

In doing so, he reaffirmed what fans already know: Hurts is far from ordinary, whether he’s running plays on the gridiron or wowing crowds with a clever Halloween costume.