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Sources: Eagles QB Hurts out indefinitely with blood clot, no IR planned

The Eagles are not planning to put Jalen Hurts on injured reserve, sources told ESPN, even as he remains sidelined indefinitely due to a superficial blood clot.

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 12:37 PM
Sources: Eagles QB Hurts out indefinitely with blood clot, no IR planned
Key Things to Know
  • The Eagles are not planning to place quarterback Jalen Hurts on injured reserve despite his blood clot.
  • Hurts has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against the Carolina Panthers.
  • Backup quarterback Tanner McKee will start in place of Hurts on Sunday.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Philadelphia Eagles currently do not plan to place quarterback Jalen Hurts on injured reserve despite him being sidelined indefinitely with a superficial blood clot, sources told ESPN. Hurts has already been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Carolina Panthers while he and the franchise seek further medical opinions to evaluate the best treatment plan.

Tanner McKee will start at quarterback for Philadelphia against Carolina, backed up by rookie Cole Payton. The Eagles also signed quarterback Joe Milton off the Dallas Cowboys' practice squad, adding depth alongside other team injuries that include running back Saquon Barkley.

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