Eagles' sudden about-face on IR for Jalen Hurts seems odd, to say the least
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Key Points:
- The Philadelphia Eagles initially had no plans to place quarterback Jalen Hurts on injured reserve (IR) despite his blood clot condition, according to an ESPN report from Saturday morning.
- By the 4:00 p.m. roster deadline on Saturday, Hurts was placed on IR, sidelining him for at least four weeks, indicating a sudden change in the team's approach.
- The shift suggests new medical information may have emerged, or there was a disconnect within the Eagles organization regarding Hurts' health management.
- Hurts played last Sunday in London with a blood clot, raising questions about the team's and NFL’s decision to allow him to play amid a serious health risk.
- The situation highlights potential differences between Hurts, his medical team, and the Eagles on how to handle his recovery and return timeline.
