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NFL & NFLPA Working Together To Review Jalen Hurts’ Medical Care From Eagles

The NFL and the NFL Players Association tell Jonathan Jones of The Athletic that they are “working together to review” how Eagles QB Jalen Hurts’ medical situation was handled. The NFLPA recently called for an investigation into the medical care…

Published: Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 2:50 PM
NFL & NFLPA Working Together To Review Jalen Hurts’ Medical Care From Eagles
Key Things to Know
  • The NFL and NFLPA are collaborating to review the medical care provided to Jalen Hurts by the Eagles.
  • Hurts was diagnosed with lung blood clots after initially being cleared to play with a superficial clot in Week 5.
  • The NFL stated the clearance process was handled properly and does not expect the Eagles to face punishment.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The NFL and the NFLPA are working together to review how the Philadelphia Eagles handled the medical care of quarterback Jalen Hurts. The inquiry follows an NFLPA call for an investigation after Hurts was diagnosed with blood clots in his lungs. The Eagles medical staff had previously cleared him to play in Week 5 against the Jaguars in London with a superficial clot, which later migrated.

NFL chief medical officer Dr. Allen Sills defended the Eagles' medical staff, arguing that their process was vigilant, conservative, and appropriate despite the outcome. The league maintains that proper protocols were followed and no punishment is expected for the franchise.

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