Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts pulled off an incredibly classy move for a family in need.
In a video shared by Alex’s Lemonade Stand, which is a charity helping those battling cancer, the dual-threat quarterback met a young boy battling cancer named Erik. (RELATED: David Hookstead Is The True King In The North When It Comes To College Football)
Hurts gave Erik’s family the surprise of a lifetime when he handed them $30,000 to help them get a new house. You can watch the emotional video below.
Damn, is it just me or is it a bit dusty in here right now? It’s hard to watch that video and not feel a gigantic pull on your emotions and heart.
Excuse me real quick while I wipe my eyes.
Eagles’ QB Jalen Hurts surprised a family whose child is battling cancer with a $30,000 donation to go toward a new home. https://t.co/u4lsIYqcBo
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) February 4, 2021
As someone who has had multiple family members battle cancer, I can tell you from firsthand experience the toll it can take on everyone involved.
Cancer is a brutal disease, and I’m sure all the problems and stress associated with it are only made worse when you also need a new home.
Luckily for Erik’s family, the face of the Eagles stepped up in a huge way to help them out.
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Props to Hurts for the classy gesture and for simply being the man.