(Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons), The Falcons defense takes down Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott #21 in the first half against the Dallas Cowboys on September 20, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess), Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. For Hurst, he couldn't throw the ball straight anymore. "It was a good thing," Hurst said of the trade. Terrell #24 and the Falcons sideline signal a turnover in the first half against the Dallas Cowboys on September 20, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess), Atlanta Falcons defensive end Allen Bailey #93 looks on before the game against the Dallas Cowboys on September 20, 2020. Elarton, who pitched a decade in the Majors with the Astros, Indians, Rockies and Royals, knew the book on Hurst coming out of high school: a hard thrower who didn’t have the best control. Within days Hurst was in Columbia, first as a 21-year-old freshman novelty, then as a 6-5, 250-pound walk-on earning playing time, then as a starter and now as a standout who could conceivably leave South Carolina for the NFL after his junior season. Austin Hooper was also extremely successful with the Falcons in his four years with the club. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons), Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 scores a touchdown in the first half against the Dallas Cowboys on September 20, 2020. The yips are mental roadblocks that affect athletes differently. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons), Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 looks on in the first half on September 20, 2020. So, even from his time at Baltimore, when we were doing our evaluation prior to the trade, a long touchdown run where you saw his speed, but when you're around him every day, you feel how fast he is. Hurst caught two of his six targets for eight receiving yards during Sunday's 23-16 loss to Carolina. (Photo by Kyle Hess), Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Christian Blake #13 smiles before the game against the Dallas Cowboys on September 20, 2020. Subscribe now to get full access to the new sports page. ©2020 The Athletic Media Company. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons), Atlanta Falcons tight end Hayden Hurst #81 makes a catch in the first half against the Dallas Cowboys on September 20, 2020. But that was nothing like what Hurst battled once he entered the professional ranks. But that was certainly the case during his time in professional baseball, where a 17th-round draft pick who signed for a $400,000 bonus became a pitcher so besieged with control issues that it began to take a toll on him mentally. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons), Atlanta Falcons defensive end John Cominsky #50 recovers a fumble after Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott #4 is sacked during the first quarter against the Dallas Cowboys on September 20, 2020. “Him mentioning Rick Ankiel, it was pretty similar. The website Baseball Reference shows Hurst made one appearance in 2013, walking five batters in one-third of inning. Hurst developed what baseball players call the "yips" in 2013 and his career was never the same. In three seasons with Gamecocks, Hurst caught 100 passes for 1,281 yards and three touchdowns. It’s more of a mental thing. “I started coming out, I would shake. In 2016, Hurst attempted suicide. 25 overall pick by the Baltimore Ravens in 2018 NFL Draft. Get an inside look at the matchup between the Atlanta Falcons and Seattle Seahawks with top photos from inside AT&T Stadium in Week 2. "His experience with baseball really drives him as a football player," Muschamp said. By Tori McElhaney Aug 18, 2020 14 . I think football was his first love,” said Scott Elarton, former pitching coach of the Pirates’ rookie-league affiliate in Bradenton, Fla. “He kind of confided in me, and basically said he hated to have to give up football when he did.”. Hurst can remember the date: May 11, 2014. He and his former pitcher stay in touch via the occasional text message, and he attended USC’s game last season at Florida. While under the influence of alcohol one night, Hurst cut his wrists and was found by his friend sitting in a pool of blood. Hayden Hurst Stats, Fantasy & News. (Photo by Steffenie Burns), Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. And then in the process of trying to fine-tune the command, it kind of went backward on him. (Photo by Kyle Hess), Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 looks on before the game against the Dallas Cowboys on September 20, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy), Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 receives the ball to score a touchdown during the game against the Dallas Cowboys on September 20, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy), Atlanta Falcons place kicker Younghoe Koo #7 looks on from the field before the game against the Dallas Cowboys on September 20, 2020. … Hurst had made it -- he was an MLB Draft pick, the beginning of his seemingly inevitable journey to the Major Leagues. “It was more of a relief,” said Hurst, named second-team All-SEC in the preseason after making 48 catches last year, a South Carolina record by a tight end. There's a lot that goes with the tight end position because you've got to understand protections, the run game and passing game. Hayden Hurst, shown pitching in the 2011 Under Armour All-America Baseball Game, was always told growing up that he was a football player playing baseball. At the age of 24, Hurst had been drafted by an MLB team and an NFL team. After long talks with Muschamp about how he wanted to proceed with his life, Hurst made it clear he wanted to continue his football career. Low 57F. Many teams across the NFL already had said fans would not be allowed in stadiums to watch games. The Pittsburgh Pirates drafted Hurst in the 17th round and all signs pointed to a successful career on the horizon for Hurst. It's all facets.". (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons), Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 calls for the snap in the first half against the Dallas Cowboys on September 20, 2020. But with a 95-mph fastball and .313 batting average, Hurst wasn't interested in playing anything other than hardball. (Photo by Adam Hagy), Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11 congratulates wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 after Ridley scored a touchdown during the second quarter against the Dallas Cowboys on September 20, 2020. "I thought what we were going to do offensively from a schematic standpoint, he would really fit at the tight end position. Hurst's unique road to becoming the Falcons' starting tight end has shaped him and how he approaches each day. "I said he would be a huge addition to the Atlanta Falcons and I know Dan's personality and Hayden's personality were going to fit very well.
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