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Jalen Hurts’ recovery comes first. What’s next for his Eagles future?

Blood clots have sidelined Hurts, leaving questions about his contract, the Eagles' offense and whether the team did enough to protect him.

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 10:31 AM
Jalen Hurts’ recovery comes first. What’s next for his Eagles future?
Key Things to Know
  • Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is expected to miss the rest of the season due to blood clots.
  • Hurts' agent expects a full recovery without long-term effects once he completes blood-thinner treatment.
  • The diagnosis raises questions about Hurts' long-term future as his contract guarantees drop significantly after this season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is expected to miss the remainder of the season after being diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary emboli. Hurts is currently sidelined while being treated with blood thinners. His agent, Nicole Lynn, announced in a joint statement that a full recovery is expected with no anticipated long-term effects once he finishes treatment.

The health scare clouds Hurts' future in Philadelphia amid significant offensive struggles under first-time coordinator Sean Mannion. Hurts is in the third year of a five-year, $255 million contract, with his guarantees set to decrease to $22 million after this season. Meanwhile, backup Tanner McKee has taken over starting duties following a 25-14 loss to the Carolina Panthers.

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