Jalen Hurts played through a blood clot. Are NFL players cattle?
Summary
Jalen Hurts will likely miss the rest of the NFL season after blood clots were found in his lungs. Despite the health risks, Hurts played a game in London while having a blood clot in his calf, raising concerns about player safety and how injuries are handled in football.Key Facts
- Jalen Hurts had blood clots in his lungs and calf, confirmed by ultrasounds.
- He played in a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in London after the clot was detected.
- Medical staff and doctors agreed mobility was important, so Hurts played despite the clot.
- Playing with blood clots is dangerous and could have caused serious health problems.
- Hurts was put on blood thinners and is expected to make a full recovery.
- Football culture pressures players to keep playing despite injuries and pain.
- Studies have shown NFL players are at high risk for brain injuries and chronic diseases due to repeated hits.
- Past incidents show pressured players sometimes hide injuries to stay on the field.
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