Eagles Say Hurts Has Blood Clots in Both Lungs

The Philadelphia Eagles and quarterback Jalen Hurts’s agent say further testing found deep vein thrombosis and blood clots in both lungs, a more serious diagnosis than the superficial clot previously identified in his left calf. Hurts is clinically stable and has begun blood-thinner treatment, but cannot participate in contact activities while taking the medication. The joint statement from the Eagles and agent Nicole Lynn said Hurts’s prognosis is very good, that a full recovery is expected and that no long-term effects are anticipated. He is expected to remain active around the team and continue conditioning, but the statement did not specify when his treatment will end or when he could return to contact football. The update makes Hurts likely to miss the remainder of the 2026 season, though a return date has not been confirmed. NFL Network reporter Ian Rapoport reported that treatment is expected to last at least three months. The Eagles and Lynn said Hurts could resume contact football when he is off blood thinners, leaving his availability dependent on the course of treatment and medical guidance. The Eagles placed Hurts on injured reserve on October 17, after an earlier...