Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts will likely miss the remainder of the 2026 NFL season. Doctors found multiple blood clots in his lungs. The diagnosis follows a controversial sequence of events surrounding a recent international game in London.
The Timeline Of The Injury
Another player stepped on Hurts’ calf during a game on October 4. An ultrasound in London on October 10 revealed a superficial blood clot. Doctors cleared the quarterback to play against the Jacksonville Jaguars the following day. They also cleared him to fly back to Philadelphia. Subsequent tests on October 19 confirmed deep vein thrombosis and bilateral pulmonary emboli. Hurts now requires blood-thinning medication.
NFL And NFLPA Launch Joint Investigation
The situation has raised serious questions about NFL player safety protocols overseas. The league does not currently have specific protocols for blood clots. The NFL Players Association initially called for an independent investigation into the medical care Hurts received. The league and the union recently released a joint statement. They confirmed they are now working together to review the entire matter.
Implications For The Eagles
The Eagles face a massive crisis without their star quarterback. The team suffered a fifth straight defeat on Monday. They lost 38-21 to the Dallas Cowboys with backup Tanner McKee struggling under centre. The injury effectively derails Philadelphia’s season. The franchise must now decide whether to rebuild before the upcoming trade deadline.