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LeSean McCoy reveals what people inside the Eagles said ‘really happened’ with Jalen Hurts

Jalen Hurts’ health scare has become the biggest story in the NFL following the news that broke earlier in the week about his season-ending blood clot diagnosis.

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 9:27 AM
LeSean McCoy reveals what people inside the Eagles said ‘really happened’ with Jalen Hurts
Key Things to Know
  • LeSean McCoy revealed internal details about how Jalen Hurts first reported the injury leading to his blood clot diagnosis.
  • Hurts reportedly went to trainers believing he was hit by a cleat in the calf before tests revealed the condition.
  • Hurts has been diagnosed with season-ending blood clots in his lungs.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Philadelphia Eagles running back LeSean McCoy shared internal details regarding quarterback Jalen Hurts' season-ending blood clot diagnosis. Speaking on the Speakeasy podcast, McCoy stated that sources inside the organization told him Hurts initially reported to the training room believing he had suffered a cleat injury to his calf during a game before further medical testing revealed the condition.

Hurts is undergoing treatment for blood clots in his lungs, prompting concerns over why the franchise allowed him to travel to London and play against the Jacksonville Jaguars. In Hurts' absence, backup quarterback Tanner McKee started in the team's subsequent matchup against the Carolina Panthers.

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