NFL, NFLPA Open Jalen Hurts Blood-Clot Probe as Eagles Face Questions Over London Flight
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Updated · Fox News · Oct 25
NFL, NFLPA Open Jalen Hurts Blood-Clot Probe as Eagles Face Questions Over London Flight
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Oct 25
Summary
A joint NFL-NFLPA investigation is now underway into how the Eagles handled Jalen Hurts' blood clots, with no timetable set for completion.
Hurts was placed on injured reserve after the team disclosed deep vein thrombosis and bilateral pulmonary emboli; he cannot return until the clots are treated and he is off blood thinners.
The review is expected to examine why Hurts was screened only after the London trip, why he was cleared to play Jacksonville on Oct. 11, and why he flew home after a superficial-clot diagnosis.
The Eagles have offered few details beyond coach Nick Sirianni saying he is not a doctor, while the NFL had already defended the club and said its medical protocols were followed.
The case now centers on whether travel or team decisions worsened Hurts' condition, even as commissioner Roger Goodell says the priority remains the quarterback's health.