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Jalen Hurts' blood clot diagnosis sparks joint review by NFL and players' union: report

Headline from FOX 29 Philadelphia, from the development of Oct 24, 2026

Newest development Oct 26, 2026 · 4 reportsNFL ‘furious’ at Eagles over one issue with Jalen Hurts blood clot drama

The National Football League and its players' union have initiated a joint review into the medical handling of Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts' blood clot condition. Following the NFLPA's push for an inquiry earlier this week, the two sides released a unified statement on Sunday confirming the active…

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  1. Eagles, NFL face scrutiny after Jalen Hurts diagnosed with blood clots; NFL commissioner welcomes review

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  2. Eagles Linked to Steelers QB After Brutal Jalen Hurts Injury News

    Headline from Newsweek ·

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    Jalen Hurts' blood clot diagnosis sparks joint review by NFL and players' union: report

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    NFL ‘furious’ at Eagles over one issue with Jalen Hurts blood clot drama

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  1. CBS 42 Birmingham

    Philadelphia Eagles face backlash for handling of Jalen Hurts blood clotting issue (opens CBS 42 Birmingham)

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    CBS 42 Birmingham's feed description

    The Philadelphia Eagles are facing intensifying criticism for how the team handled a major health complication involving its star quarterback, who the Eagles announced will miss the rest of the season due to a potentially fatal blood-clotting condition.

  2. Salon

    Jalen Hurts shows the price of being unapologetically Black (opens Salon)

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    Salon's feed description

    The Eagles quarterback's health crisis exposed a double standard that goes far beyond the NFL

  3. Newsweek

    Eagles WR Generating Serious Trade Buzz After Jalen Hurts Injury News (opens Newsweek)

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    Newsweek's feed description

    Jalen Hurts' injury has added another twist to the Eagles' season, with a veteran WR now generating trade buzz around the NFL.

  4. The Daily Caller

    NFLPA Demands Full Investigation Over Mysterious Saga Surrounding Jalen Hurts’ Surprise Blood Clots (opens The Daily Caller)

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    The Daily Caller's feed description

    NFL officials defended the process surrounding Hurts’ blood clots Tuesday

  5. KARK Little Rock

    UAMS doctor highlights blood clots dangers following Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts’ diagnosis (opens KARK Little Rock)

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    KARK Little Rock's feed description

    LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is expected to miss the remainder of the NFL season after being diagnosed with blood clots in both of his lungs, raising concerns about a potentially life-threatening medical condition that doctors say can affect anyone, including profe…

  6. AL.com

    NFL commissioner welcomes league to look into Jalen Hurts situation (opens AL.com)

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    AL.com's feed description

    The NFL Players Association (NFLPA) has company when it comes to wanting to know how the Jalen Hurts situation was handled by the Philadelphia Eagles.

  7. ABC 17 Mid-Missouri

    Jalen Hurts’ blood clot diagnosis raises questions about travel, treatment and return to play (opens ABC 17 Mid-Missouri)

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    ABC 17 Mid-Missouri's feed description

    COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) An NFL investigation found the Philadelphia Eagles will not face discipline over their handling of the medical process after quarterback Jalen Hurts was diagnosed with blood clots. While the Eagles say Hurts is expected to make a full recovery, the 28-year-old quarterback is exp…

  8. FOX 29 Philadelphia

    Eagles, NFL face scrutiny after Jalen Hurts diagnosed with blood clots; NFL commissioner welcomes review (opens FOX 29 Philadelphia)

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    FOX 29 Philadelphia's feed description

    NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said that league medical protocols were followed in the treatment of Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, who is currently recovering from deep vein thrombosis and blood clots in both lungs.

  9. Philadelphia Inquirer

    With Jalen Hurts recovering from blood clots, Eagles must try and find path to playoffs without him (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    Philadelphia Inquirer's feed description

    Jalen Hurts has been around the Eagles’ facility and could still be a resource for new No. 1 quarterback Tanner McKee or any other teammate who wants to talk to him

  10. Philadelphia Inquirer

    Nick Sirianni declines to say whether he supports an NFLPA investigation into the Jalen Hurts matter (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    Philadelphia Inquirer's feed description

    Eagles general manager Howie Roseman, owner Jeffrey Lurie and the team's medical staff have yet to answer questions about the handling of Hurts' blood clots.

  11. The Hill

    Delaware senator calls on NFL to explain handling of Jalen Hurts health issue (opens The Hill)

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    The Hill's feed description

    Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.) is demanding answers from the NFL on how the Philadelphia Eagles handled quarterback Jalen Hurts’s blood clotting issue, which led to the end of his season last week. In a letter to the NFL this week, Rochester said Hurts's issue "is deeply personal to me," explain…

  12. Triblive

    Jalen Hurts recovering from clots, Eagles must find path to playoffs without him (opens Triblive)

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    Triblive's feed description

    PHILADELPHIA — Jalen Hurts has been around the Eagles’ facility and could still be a resource for new No. 1 quarterback Tanner McKee or any other teammate who wants to talk to him.

  13. Newsweek

    Eagles Linked to Steelers QB After Brutal Jalen Hurts Injury News (opens Newsweek)

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    Newsweek's feed description

    The Philadelphia Eagles are being linked to Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph with Jalen Hurts out for the year.

  14. KDVR Denver

    Former Philadelphia Eagle with Colorado ties has advice for Jalen Hurts (opens KDVR Denver)

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    KDVR Denver's feed description

    A former Philadelphia Eagle quarterback and collegiate All-American, from Denver, has some words of encouragement for injured player, and current Eagle, Jalen Hurts.

  15. NBC10 Philadelphia

    NFL, players' union reviewing the handling of Jalen Hurts' blood clot diagnosis (opens NBC10 Philadelphia)

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    NBC10 Philadelphia's feed description

    CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – SEPTEMBER 28: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles looks on during the third quarter of the NFL game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on September 28, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images)

  16. WSPA Greenville-Spartanburg

    NFL and players' union working together to review the handling of Jalen Hurts' blood clot diagnosis (opens WSPA Greenville-Spartanburg)

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    WSPA Greenville-Spartanburg's feed description

    The league and players’ union released a joint statement Sunday saying they are looking into it after the NFLPA called for an investigation earlier in the week.

  17. Newsweek

    NFL, NFLPA Investigating Eagles' Handling of Jalen Hurts' Blood Clots (opens Newsweek)

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    Newsweek's feed description

    The NFL and NFLPA are investigating the Philadelphia Eagles' handling of Jalen Hurts leading up to his blood clots diagnosis.

  18. Fox News

    Jalen Hurts blood clot investigation to raise questions about Eagles' London trip and medical screening timing (opens Fox News)

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    Fox News's feed description

    The NFL and NFLPA joint investigation into Jalen Hurts' blood clot discovery expected to raise questions about the Eagles' London trip decisions.

  19. Philadelphia Inquirer

    NFL ‘furious’ at Eagles’ mismanagement of the Jalen Hurts blood-clot condition (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    Philadelphia Inquirer's feed description

    According to NFL sources, the league has no issues with Hurts' timeline and treatment. The problem lies with transparency and messaging.

  20. FOX 29 Philadelphia

    Jalen Hurts' blood clot diagnosis sparks joint review by NFL and players' union: report (opens FOX 29 Philadelphia)

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    FOX 29 Philadelphia's feed description

    The National Football League and its players' union have initiated a joint review into the medical handling of Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts' blood clot condition. Following the NFLPA's push for an inquiry earlier this week, the two sides released a unified statement on Sunday confirming the active…

  21. The Conversation US

    If Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts can get dangerous blood clots, so can you – here’s how some states are trying to reduce the risk (opens The Conversation US)

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    The Conversation US's feed description

    In the US, up to 900,000 people are affected by severe blood clots each year, and over 60,000 die from it annually.

  22. MedicalXpress

    If Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts can get dangerous blood clots, so can you (opens MedicalXpress)

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    MedicalXpress's feed description

    Jalen Hurts is 28, a Super Bowl MVP and an elite athlete in peak physical condition. He was also recently diagnosed with blood clots in his leg and both lungs.

  23. New York Post

    NFL ‘furious’ at Eagles over one issue with Jalen Hurts blood clot drama (opens New York Post)

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    New York Post's feed description

    The 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.

  24. Breitbart News

    REPORT: NFL 'Furious' at Eagles Mishandling of Jalen Hurts Blood-Clot Diagnosis (opens Breitbart News)

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    Breitbart News's feed description

    Insiders are say the NFL is "furious" at how the Eagles handled its transparency on Jalen Hurts' blood-clot diagnosis.

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