Jalen Hurts will go on injured reserve, miss at least four games and possibly more
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Key Points:
- The Philadelphia Eagles have placed starting quarterback Jalen Hurts on injured reserve due to a blood clot, sidelining him for at least four games.
- Hurts' absence comes as a surprise following earlier reports suggesting the team had not considered placing him on injured reserve.
- The Eagles' upcoming schedule includes games against the Panthers, Cowboys, Commanders, and Giants before their bye week, with Hurts' return possible but uncertain.
- Backup quarterback Tanner McKee will start in Hurts' place, supported by rookie Cole Payton and newly signed Joe Milton as the team's second and third quarterbacks.
- Despite a 2-3 record, the Eagles remain contenders in the NFC East and hope to have Hurts back for a late-season playoff push, though his long-term availability is unclear due to the typical recovery time for blood clot treatment.
