Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts and his wife Bryonna Rivera Burrows share a love story that began at the University of Alabama. Their relationship, built on ambition and faith, has flourished from campus days to NFL prominence. Burrows, a successful tech professional, is described as Hurts’ rock and a supporter of his philanthropic work. Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has built his reputation on focus, humility, and leadership, both on and off the field. But behind his poised demeanor stands a woman who’s quietly shared his journey long before the NFL spotlight: Bryonna “Bry” Rivera Burrows, now officially his wife. Their love story, which began at the University of Alabama, has blossomed into one of the NFL’s most admired modern romances, rooted in ambition, faith, and mutual respect.
From campus connection to lifelong commitment
Hurts and Burrows’ relationship started in Tuscaloosa, where they met as college students. While Hurts was building his legacy as Alabama’s starting quarterback, Burrows was excelling in the classroom: earning degrees in Spanish, political science, and an MBA from the university’s Manderson School of Business.The two shared more than just academic drive; they were both deeply involved in campus life, with Hurts joining Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. and Burrows pledging Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Their connection endured even as Hurts transferred to Oklahoma to finish his college career, proving their relationship could handle the challenges of ambition and distance.When the Eagles star was asked about his relationship, he revealed his certainty early on. “I knew a long time ago,” Hurts told Essence. “I mean, to this point in my life, that’s an irreplaceable feeling. I think that’s what allowed us to get to where we are now.”
A career woman with a purpose — and a heart for giving back
Outside of football fame, Burrows has carved out her own path in the tech industry, working her way up at IBM from consultant to artificial intelligence partner. Her focus on diversity, inclusion, and mentorship has made her a respected voice in corporate spaces. “D & I is deeper than gender, skin color, or nationality. It’s about lived experiences that define who we are and better our community and workplace,” she once shared.Beyond her career, Burrows supports Hurts’ philanthropic efforts, from his “Day of Care” community work in Philadelphia to youth mentorship initiatives. She’s often described as his “rock,” a title Hurts himself confirmed during a Super Bowl 2025 press conference, saying, “To Bry, the Mrs., thank you for the support, thank you for the love and thank you for being the rock that I can lean on.”
From the field to the red carpet: The power couple era begins
From celebrating the Eagles’ NFC Championship win together in 2023 to walking the Met Gala red carpet in 2025, Jalen Hurts and Bry Burrows have redefined what a modern sports power couple looks like: intelligent, grounded, and deeply connected by faith.Also Read: Chiefs’ ‘Everybody’s Gotta Eat’ mantra gets hilarious Andy Reid reaction during Wednesday media sessionTheir story is less about celebrity and more about partnership. And in an era of high-profile chaos, that quiet strength might just be their greatest victory yet.