Jalen Hurts Diagnosed With Superficial Blood Clot in Calf
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been diagnosed with a superficial blood clot in his calf, leading to him missing at least one game and raising questions about his immediate future with the team.
Tallahassee Thomasville, FL, October 16, 2026 —
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been diagnosed with a superficial blood clot in his calf and is expected to miss at least one game, according to the available information.
The diagnosis leaves Hurts’ immediate availability for the team uncertain. No date for his absence, the game he is expected to miss, or a timeline for his return was provided. The information also did not specify how the diagnosis was made or whether further updates on his condition are expected.
The description of the clot as superficial was included in the report, but no additional medical details were provided. There was no information about treatment, the cause of the clot, or how it may affect Hurts beyond his expected absence from at least one game.
The Eagles’ plans for the game or games Hurts may miss were not included in the available information. No replacement quarterback was identified, and no details were provided about the team’s response to the diagnosis.
For now, the stated impact is limited to Hurts missing at least one game, while questions remain about his near-term future with the team. The timing and extent of any further absence have not been specified.
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