NFLPA Demands Probe Into Jalen Hurts Blood Clot Case as NFL Declines Review
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Updated · NBC Sports · Oct 21
NFLPA Demands Probe Into Jalen Hurts Blood Clot Case as NFL Declines Review
3 articles · Updated · NBC Sports · Oct 21
Summary
The NFL Players Association on Tuesday night called for a full investigation into how Jalen Hurts was medically handled after he traveled to London, played, and flew back with a blood clot in his leg.
The union said it is unaware of any NFL investigation and that the league had previously told it no review of Hurts' care was planned.
That stance clashes with the NFL's quick conclusion that the situation "was handled appropriately," despite player-safety probes such as concussion protocol reviews often taking weeks.
The case now broadens from Hurts' treatment to whether the league's oversight of team medical decisions is adequate for future player protection.