NFL reportedly angered by Eagles' handling of Hurts blood clot

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 26 Oct, 17:43 · Archive

The NFL is reportedly unhappy with the Philadelphia Eagles' lack of transparency in their public statements about quarterback Jalen Hurts' blood clot treatment.

The NFL is reportedly unhappy with how the Philadelphia Eagles handled the public disclosure of quarterback Jalen Hurts' blood clots. According to the Philadelphia Inquirer, the league and NFL commissioner Roger Goodell are angered by the Eagles' lack of transparency, with one source telling the outlet: 'They're furious'.

The Eagles discovered a superficial blood clot in Hurts' left calf before the team's loss to the Jaguars in London on 19 October, after he reported calf issues following a cleating during the previous week's game against the Rams. Medical staff determined Hurts could safely play against Jacksonville. Hurts is now expected to miss the remainder of the season whilst being treated with blood thinners for blood clots in his lungs.

The NFL's complaint centres on the Eagles' decision to have only head coach Nick Sirianni publicly address the situation rather than a medical professional. General Manager Howie Roseman has not addressed the matter and the team has not made its medical staff available. This approach left the team open to criticism and inaccurate reports, according to the league. The NFL and NFL Players Association announced they are conducting a co-investigation into the Eagles' handling of the situation.

How it is being reported

• NFL ‘furious’ at Eagles over one issue with Jalen Hurts blood clot dramaThe NFL reportedly is annoyed and angry with the Eagles for a lack of transparency in their public statements regarding the treatment of quarterback Jalen Hurts for blood clots in his leg and lungs.New York Post · 26 Oct, 17:27
• NFL execs are 'furious' with Eagles over handling of Jalen Hurts' blood clot drama, bombshell report claimsNFL leadership is not happy with the Philadelphia Eagles over their handling of the Jalen Hurts blood clot situation.Daily Mail Sport · 26 Oct, 17:12

In this story: Philadelphia Eagles · Jalen Hurts · Nick Sirianni · NFL · Roger Goodell · Howie Roseman

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