Sources - Hurts, out indefinitely with clot, has no IR planned - ESPN
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Key Points:
- The Philadelphia Eagles are not planning to place quarterback Jalen Hurts on injured reserve despite his indefinite sidelining due to a superficial blood clot, with no current discussions about IR status.
- Hurts and the team are seeking additional medical opinions, prioritizing his health, and believe the blood clot is treatable; the timing of his return depends on medical advice.
- Blood clot treatment typically involves anticoagulants, which prevent play, with estimated recovery times ranging from several weeks to three months depending on clot severity and movement.
- In Hurts' absence, backup Tanner McKee will start against the Carolina Panthers, rookie Cole Payton has been promoted to backup, and Joe Milton was signed from Dallas' practice squad to bolster the quarterback depth.
- The Eagles are also managing other challenges including injuries to Saquon Barkley and DeVonta Smith, the retirement of Lane Johnson, and the trade of Cam Jurgens, with Barkley expected to return next week but ruled out for the upcoming game.
