Edwards intercepts Hurts after appearing near Eagles huddle

Chicago Bears linebacker T.J. Edwards intercepted Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts late in the third quarter of Chicago’s 27-7 victory Monday, after appearing to move close to the Eagles’ huddle before a fourth-down play. Edwards said afterward that he did not understand the language Hurts used, and the available accounts do not establish whether he heard or recognized the play call. The interception came on fourth-and-5 near midfield, with the Eagles trying to reduce Chicago’s lead. Hurts threw toward DeVonta Smith, and Edwards stepped in front of the intended receiver to take the ball away. The play ended Philadelphia’s possession and returned the ball to Chicago as the fourth quarter began. Edwards was seen near the huddle while Hurts communicated with teammates. The sequence drew attention because Edwards had previously played for Philadelphia, where he was a teammate of Hurts, before joining Chicago. Reports say Edwards played for the Eagles through 2022; they do not establish that his proximity to the huddle gave him information that informed the interception.