NFL Defends Eagles' Handling of Jalen Hurts' Blood Clots While Union Calls for an Investigation
The union says Hurts traveled to London, played with a blood clot and returned to Philadelphia before the league declined to review his care.
- On Tuesday, the NFL Players Association called for a "full investigation" into the medical care provided to Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, who was placed on injured reserve after blood clots were discovered in his lungs.
- Hurts informed medical staff of a calf injury after a London practice on October 11, three days before playing the Jacksonville Jaguars; a superficial clot diagnosis later revealed bilateral pulmonary embolisms upon his return home.
- NFL Chief Medical Officer Dr. Allen Sills defended the Eagles' medical staff Tuesday, stating he had "tremendous confidence" in their actions and noting that league officials coordinated with independent doctors and the Cleveland Clinic throughout treatment.
- Despite union demands, the NFL concluded the situation "was handled appropriately" and will not discipline the Philadelphia Eagles, though the union maintains a "full investigation" is necessary to ensure player safety.
- With a prognosis described as "very good," Hurts is expected to miss the remainder of the 2026 season while on blood thinners, ending his campaign after leading the Eagles to a Super Bowl victory over the Kansas City Chiefs last year.
14 Articles
14 Articles
NFL players union wants probe into Hurts' medical care
Eagles quarterback Hurts was placed on injured reserve and is expected to miss the remainder of the season after blood clots were found in his lungs following an earlier clot in his left calf. The Eagles and Hurts's agent said the star passer has deep vein thrombosis and bilateral pulmonary embolisms. Hurts, who led Philadelphia to a Super Bowl victory over the Kansas City Chiefs last year, told team medical staff about the injury after being st…
NFLPA calls for 'full investigation' into Eagles QB Hurts' medical care
After NFL chief medical officer Allen Sills staunchly defended the process involving Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts and his blood clot issue on Tuesday, the NFLPA issued a statement calling for a "full investigation" into his medical care.
"There Must Be a Full Investigation": NFLPA Issues Strong Statement on Jalen Hurts Injury Controversy After NFL Said It Has No Plans to Review His Care
The NFL has backed the Philadelphia Eagles in how they handled Jalen Hurts’ medical condition. The NFLPA, however, wants a full investigation into the care the quarterback received after he played against the Jacksonville Jaguars in London with a blood clot in his calf. The union issued its statement on October 20, after the league said it had no plans to investigate the Eagles or discipline the team. “The NFLPA is not aware of any NFL investiga…
'There must be a full investigation': Players union refuses to move on from Jalen Hurts situation
The Philadelphia Eagles have faced plenty of questions over how they handled star quarterback Jalen Hurts’ blood clot, which went undisclosed as he traveled to London, played against the Jacksonville Jaguars, and flew back home. The NFL appears ready to move on from the situation, but the players’ union isn’t. On Tuesday night, the NFL…
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 73% of the sources are Center
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
