Quarterback Jalen Hurts is poised to return to the Philadelphia Eagles’ lineup when they open the playoffs Sunday against the Green Bay Packers. Hurts was cleared under the return-to-play provisions of the NFL concussion protocol, Eagles Coach Nick Sirianni said Friday.

Despite critics labeling him a weakness, Hurts’ numbers and history of rising in the postseason tell a story of resilience and clutch performances.

PHILADELPHIA — Despite Saquon Barkley’s historic 2,000-yard rushing campaign, and despite having the best defense in the league in most major categories, the Eagles’ postseason hopes hang on the health of quarterback Jalen Hurts.