Jalen Hurts’ blood clot situation could put the Eagles in hot water
SB Nation • • sports
Key Points:
- The Philadelphia Eagles are under NFL investigation for their handling of quarterback Jalen Hurts' blood clot injury, which ended his season and raised questions about the team's medical decisions and timing.
- Hurts suffered a calf injury on October 4 but continued practicing without immediate medical evaluation; blood clots were only detected after the team traveled to London on October 10, where he was allowed to play despite the diagnosis.
- Follow-up tests revealed the clots had migrated to Hurts' lungs by October 19, leading to his season-ending diagnosis of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary emboli, prompting the NFLPA to demand a full investigation.
- The NFL initially defended the Eagles, stating all protocols were followed, but concerns remain about the risks of playing Hurts after long flights and the delay in diagnosing his condition.
- The ongoing joint NFL/NFLPA investigation could result in penalties for the Eagles and potential changes to league medical guidelines to better protect player health.
