NFL, Players Association Review Handling of Jalen Hurts’ Blood Clot Diagnosis
The NFL and NFL Players Association are jointly reviewing the handling of Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts' blood clot diagnosis, which resulted in him being placed on injured reserve and expected to miss the rest of the season.
Orlando Daytona Beach Melbourne, FL, October 25, 2026 —
The NFL and the NFL Players Association are jointly reviewing how Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts’ blood clot diagnosis was handled. Hurts was placed on injured reserve following the diagnosis and is expected to miss the rest of the season, according to the information provided.
The review concerns the handling of the diagnosis, but details about its scope, timing and process have not been provided. No findings or conclusions from the review were included in the available information. It is also not specified whether the review is examining medical care, communication, roster decisions or another aspect of the matter.
The information provided does not identify who initiated the review, when it began or how long it is expected to take. It also does not include statements from the NFL, the Players Association, the Eagles or Hurts. No additional details about the diagnosis or the circumstances surrounding his placement on injured reserve were supplied.
For now, the stated developments are limited to the joint review and Hurts’ expected absence for the remainder of the season. The outcome of the review, and whether it could lead to any further action, has not been specified.
Story summarized from the original created by Rob Maaddi, Associated Press on www.clickorlando.com, see more information here.
