Eagles quarterback Hurts sidelined with blood clot condition
Summarised from 2 outlets · 3 reports · Updated 19 Oct, 22:02 · Archive
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been ruled out for the season after a blood clot condition progressed into a more serious diagnosis. What was initially identified as a superficial blood clot in his calf, which he was deemed safe to play with during the Eagles' Week 5 match against the Jacksonville Jaguars in London, has been re-diagnosed as deep vein thrombosis and bilateral pulmonary emboli.
In a joint statement, the Eagles and Hurts' agent Nicole Lynn said he is clinically stable with no significant functional limitations. His treatment will involve anticoagulation, commonly known as blood thinners, and he will not be permitted to participate in any contact activities, including football.
The statement said Hurts' prognosis is very good and a full recovery is expected. He will be allowed to resume contact football activities once he stops taking blood thinners, and will remain active around the team during his recovery. Eagles coach Nick Sirianni declined to answer detailed medical questions about the situation, stating he is not a medical expert.
How it is being reported
- A doctor weighs in on Jalen Hurts' escalation to 'deep vein thrombosis'Jalen Hurts' season is over after what was originally a superficial blood clot in his calf progressed into a more serious case.PhillyVoice · 19 Oct, 21:22
- ‘I’m not a medical expert’: Eagles coach side-steps questions about Jalen Hurts blood clotEagles coach Nick Sirianni was peppered with questions about Jalen Hurts playing with a blood clot vs. the Jaguars.PennLive · 19 Oct, 21:15
- We asked 2 doctors if Eagles mishandled Jalen Hurts’ blood clots: ‘Could have killed him’Eagles QB Jalen Hurts is expected to miss the remainder of the season after blood clots spread to his lungs.PennLive · 19 Oct, 21:00
In this story: Jalen Hurts · Philadelphia Eagles · Nick Sirianni · Jacksonville Jaguars · Nicole Lynn
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