AP source: Eagles QB Jalen Hurts expected to miss rest of season after blood clots found in lungs and leg
Also reported by Guardian US
Summary
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts will miss the rest of the football season due to blood clots found in his lungs and leg. He is receiving treatment with blood thinners and is expected to make a full recovery but cannot play or practice until the treatment ends.Key Facts
- Jalen Hurts was placed on injured reserve after blood clots were found in his lungs and left calf.
- He has deep vein thrombosis (a clot in a deep vein) and bilateral pulmonary emboli (clots in both lungs).
- Hurts was injured on October 4 when he took a cleat to his calf in a game against the Rams.
- He is being treated with blood thinners and cannot participate in football activities during treatment.
- Hurts is clinically stable and has no major limitations in daily function.
- The Eagles have lost four games in a row, their longest losing streak since 2020.
- Backup quarterback Tanner McKee started the most recent game, which the Eagles lost 25-14.
- Hurts has a five-year, $255 million contract extension that runs through 2028.
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