If Philadelphia Eagles Quarterback Jalen Hurts Can Get Dangerous Blood Clots, so Can You – Here’s How some States Are Trying to Reduce the Risk
Doctors say blood thinners can prevent clot growth but raise bleeding risk, and missed doses, drug interactions and contact sports can make complications more likely.
- On October 4, 2026, Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, 28, suffered a calf injury during a game against the Los Angeles Rams that progressed to a bilateral pulmonary embolism by October 19.
- Hurts' condition illustrates 'Virchow's triad,' where calf injury, prolonged sitting during team flights to London, and inflammation from the injury combined to facilitate clot formation, revealing how even elite athletes remain vulnerable to venous thromboembolism.
- Starting treatment with blood thinners, Hurts faces a 'very good' prognosis according to his team and agent, but will likely miss the remainder of the season due to the need to avoid contact sports while managing bleeding risks.
- Florida's 2025 Emily Adkins Family Protection Act mandates healthcare facilities implement blood clot action plans and staff training, with Oklahoma and Mississippi recently adopting similar legislation to improve early detection and treatment.
- Venous thromboembolism affects up to 900,000 Americans annually, causing an estimated 60,000 to 100,000 deaths; experts recommend frequent movement breaks, hydration, and compression socks during travel to mitigate risks.
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