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Wheaties Unveils Football MVP Jalen Hurts as the Newest Champion of the Iconic Orange Box
MINNEAPOLIS, September 04, 2025--Wheaties announced today that its newest legendary orange box will feature Philadelphia quarterback and champion Jalen Hurts. From being a hometown hero to Big Game stand-out, Hurts exemplifies what it means to be a Wheaties Champion, uplifting his team and strengthening his community through service, youth mentorship and support for Philadelphia schools.
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