Eagles mull short-term IR for Hurts (blood clot)

Key Points:

• Jalen Hurts’ blood clot, initially superficial in his calf, has migrated, leading to a serious condition that requires treatment likely involving blood thinners, sidelining him for Week 6 and possibly longer; Tanner McKee will start in his place.
• Tanner McKee, a 26-year-old pocket passer with limited NFL experience, faces a challenging debut against a Panthers secondary missing key cornerbacks, while the Eagles’ receiving corps is dealing with injuries; rookie Cole Payton serves as his backup.
• The Eagles are considering re-signing Andy Dalton, recently released and currently an option due to the limited quarterback depth after Hurts’ ruling out and McKee’s promotion.
• Hurts sustained the injury after taking a cleat to the calf in Week 4, was initially cleared to play Week 5, but a follow-up ultrasound revealed clot movement, prompting the team to rule him out for Week 6 as they evaluate treatment options.
• The Eagles’ offense has struggled significantly, with Hurts' performance hampered by injuries to key receivers and running backs, resulting in poor third-down conversions and a lackluster scoring output, casting doubt on the team’s offensive prospects moving forward.