Jalen Hurts Faces Season-Ending Health Crisis Amid NFL Investigation

The Philadelphia Eagles are confronting a significant challenge as quarterback Jalen Hurts is anticipated to miss the remainder of the 2026 season due to blood clots that have reached his lungs.

Hurts initially sustained a calf injury during a game on October 4 against the Los Angeles Rams and reported it to the team's medical staff on October 8. After returning to practice, he played against Jacksonville on October 11, but was later diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis and bilateral pulmonary emboli, necessitating treatment that will prevent him from participating in football activities.

The NFL and the NFL Players Association are conducting a joint review of the medical handling of Hurts' situation, following concerns about player safety and the adequacy of the medical protocols in place. The investigation aims to clarify the timeline and the appropriateness of the medical decisions made prior to Hurts taking the field in London.