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Jalen Hurts medical handling investigation

The NFL and players union are reviewing the Philadelphia Eagles' medical handling of quarterback Jalen Hurts after he was diagnosed with blood clots.

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The NFLPA has demanded an investigation into the medical clearance process that allowed Jalen Hurts to play in London.From: NFLPA Demands Investigation Into Eagles' Medical Handling of Jalen Hurts' Blood Clots

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Where things stand

  1. NFL Welcomes Union Investigation Into Eagles' Handling of Jalen Hurts' Blood Clots

    Key point: NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell stated the league welcomes the players' union's investigation into the Eagles' medical care of Jalen Hurts, while maintaining that proper protocols were followed.

    NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announced Wednesday that the league welcomes an investigation into the Philadelphia Eagles' medical handling of quarterback Jalen Hurts. Responding to a request from the NFL Players Association, Goodell stated that the union has a right to call for a review, though he maintained that the team's medical protocols were properly followed.

    The NFLPA demanded the inquiry after Hurts was permitted to play a game in London and fly back to the United States despite an ultrasound revealing a blood clot in his calf. A subsequent examination showed the clot had traveled to his lungs, a condition known as bilateral pulmonary emboli, which has ruled him out for the remainder of the season.

    The league's chief medical officer, Dr. Allen Sills, previously defended the Eagles' medical staff, and reports indicated the NFL did not plan to discipline the franchise. Hurts is currently barred from all football activities while undergoing treatment with blood thinners.

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Key numbers

2-4
Eagles' 2026 season record
Oct 11
Date of international game
Week 4
When initial clot was diagnosed

From: NFLPA Demands Investigation Into Eagles' Medical Handling of Jalen Hurts' Blood Clots

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The timeline of medical clearance and the team's current standing.From: NFLPA Demands Investigation Into Eagles' Medical Handling of Jalen Hurts' Blood Clots ·
Under NFL rules, an injured reserve designation requires a mandatory four-game absence.From: Eagles Place Jalen Hurts on Injured Reserve Indefinitely With Blood Clot ·
The NFL has defended the Eagles' medical staff, stating they consulted with independent doctors throughout the process.From: NFLPA Demands Investigation Into Eagles' Medical Handling of Jalen Hurts' Blood Clots ·
The Eagles' offense will have to adjust its playbook and rely heavily on the offensive line during Hurts's absence.From: Eagles Place Jalen Hurts on Injured Reserve Indefinitely With Blood Clot ·

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October 2026

  1. The NFL and players union are reviewing the Philadelphia Eagles' medical handling of quarterback Jalen Hurts after he was diagnosed with blood clots.
    1. NFL Welcomes Union Investigation Into Eagles' Handling of Jalen Hurts' Blood ClotsKey point: NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell stated the league welcomes the players' union's investigation into the Eagles' medical care of Jalen Hurts, while maintaining that proper protocols were followed.
  2. Eagles Place Jalen Hurts on Injured Reserve Indefinitely With Blood Clot