Jalen Hurts expected to miss season with blood clots
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was expected to miss the remainder of the 2026 NFL season after doctors found deep-vein thrombosis and blood clots in both lungs, ESPN, Sky Sports and Yahoo Sports reported. The team said he would receive treatment. No return timetable was given beyond the season-long expectation.
Why it matters
The Eagles must replace their starting quarterback while Hurts receives treatment for a potentially serious medical condition.
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Part of the October 20, 2026 brief.