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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedOctober 25, 2026Miami-Dade County

NFL and NFLPA reviewing handling of Jalen Hurts' medical diagnosis

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The NFL and NFL Players Association are conducting a joint review into the medical handling of Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts' blood clot diagnosis. Hurts was placed on injured reserve for the remainder of the season after suffering deep vein thrombosis and bilateral pulmonary emboli.

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Why It Matters

The review examines whether proper medical protocols were followed regarding a player's return to play after reporting a leg injury, impacting player safety oversight and team medical procedures.

Key Facts

  • The NFL and NFL Players Association are conducting a joint review into the handling of Jalen Hurts' blood clot diagnosis.
  • Jalen Hurts was placed on injured reserve and is expected to miss the rest of the NFL season.
  • Hurts was diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis and bilateral pulmonary emboli after a blood clot traveled from his left calf to his lungs.
  • Hurts' treatment requires blood thinners, prohibiting him from participating in football activities until he stops taking them.
  • The NFLPA called for an investigation earlier in the week prior to the joint statement.
  • Hurts sustained a cleat injury to his calf on Oct. 4 against the Los Angeles Rams and reported it to medical staff on Oct. 8.
  • Hurts was initially diagnosed in London with a left calf superficial vein thrombosis before playing in a game against Jacksonville on Oct. 11.
  • NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell defended the league's medical protocols and stated that they were followed.

Who's Mentioned

PersonNicole Lynn“Agent for Jalen Hurts”OrganizationEagles“Philadelphia Eagles professional football team”PersonJalen Hurts“Philadelphia Eagles quarterback diagnosed with a blood clot”OrganizationJacksonville“Professional football team that played the Eagles in London”PersonAllen Sills“NFL chief medical officer”OrganizationLos Angeles Rams“Professional football team that played the Eagles on Oct. 4”PersonDan Gelston“AP Sports Writer”PersonRoger Goodell“NFL Commissioner”PersonStephen Whyno“AP Sports Writer”OrganizationNFL“National Football League”OrganizationNFL Players Association“Players union representing NFL athletes”locationLondon“City where specialists initially diagnosed Hurts”