Jalen Hurts Placed on IR After Blood Clots Found in Lungs

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been placed on injured reserve and faces an extended absence after doctors discovered multiple blood clots in his lungs and leg. The diagnosis comes after the team cleared him to play in an international game in London earlier this month.

Hurts, 28, received an initial diagnosis of a superficial vein thrombosis in his left calf on October 8 after a cleat struck him during a Week 4 game against the Los Angeles Rams.

Team medical personnel cleared him to travel and play in a Week 5 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London on October 11 following a series of evaluations.

Blood Clots Force Four Game Absence

A follow-up ultrasound conducted last Wednesday revealed movement in the clot after the team’s return to Philadelphia.

That finding prompted the organization to rule him out for an upcoming game against the Carolina Panthers.

The team placed him on injured reserve, sidelining him for a minimum of four games.

Nicole Lynn, Hurts’ agent, and the Eagles released a joint statement confirming that the initial calf issue had progressed into deep vein thrombosis.

The condition was accompanied by bilateral pulmonary emboli indicating blood clots in both lungs based on subsequent testing and monitoring.

Medical protocols for the condition require an immediate regimen of blood thinners, which precludes participation in contact sports.

Over the last few days, Jalen Hurts has received comprehensive medical evaluations by physician experts.

Philadelphia Eagles and Nicole Lynn, via CBS News

The quarterback will remain active around the team and continue conditioning during his recovery.

Questions Mount Over London Trip

The timeline of Hurts playing in London has drawn intense external criticism.

Team doctors advised Hurts to stay awake overnight as a precaution prior to taking the field in England, leading to a stretch where he went roughly 36 hours without sleep.

Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni faced questions from reporters regarding the decision to clear the quarterback for the international contest while maintaining faith in the team’s medical staff.

The notion that there’s external factors that any of our physicians would put a player in harm’s way — that’s nonsense.

Allen Sills, via ESPN

NFL officials confirmed they had been in direct contact with Eagles medical personnel while determining the team did not violate league injury report rules.

The NFL Players Association issued a formal demand for a thorough inquiry into the situation.

Before conclusions are drawn about how this situation was handled, there must be a full investigation into what occurred. Determining the facts is essential to ensuring players receive the highest level of care and protection going forward.

NFL Players Association, via ESPN

Sirianni Discusses Locker Room Impact

Head coach Nick Sirianni remarked on the emotional weight of losing a central leader in the locker room, noting his six-year tenure working alongside the franchise player.

I miss him, and I know that will be the case because Jalen and I have been together, head coach and quarterback, for six years, so that’s natural.

Nick Sirianni, via ESPN

Conservative steps were taken to ensure Jalen Hurts’ health was always made the first priority and continues to be.

Jeff Miller, via ESPN

The franchise and player representatives maintain that the overall prognosis remains positive for a complete return to health once the medical protocol concludes.