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Jalen Hurts Suffers Blood Clots in Lungs and Expected to Miss Rest of 2026 Season
The Philadelphia Eagles and Jalen Hurts' agent revealed that the quarterback has blood clots in his lungs and is expected to miss the rest of the 2026 season. Questions were raised about allowing him to play and returning from London with a known clot, so coach Nick Sirianni referred the decision to medical experts.
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- The team and Hurts' agent announced that the player has blood clots in his lungs.
«The Philadelphia Eagles and Jalen Hurts’ agent revealed on Monday that the quarterback has blood clots in both lungs.»
Yahoo Sports - When asked, Sirianni reiterated that the health decision rests with the team's medical experts.
«Sirianni repeatedly cited Eagles "medical experts" when asked Monday about decisions regarding Jalen Hurts' health.»
Yahoo Sports - Hurts joins a list of professional athletes who have suffered blood clots, including Victor Wembanyama.
«Jalen Hurts of the Philadelphia Eagles is the latest professional athlete to endure blood clots, joining Victor Wembanyama»
theScore - Hurts' likely absence has changed Joe Milton's outlook with the team.
«Joe Milton's outlook with the Philadelphia Eagles looks a lot different now that the team has likely lost starting QB Jalen Hurts»
Yahoo Sports - Jahan Dotson, Falcons player and Hurts' former teammate, sent him his well-wishes.
«Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Jahan Dotson sent prayers to Hurts»
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