Jalen Hurts Out for Season After Blood Clots

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is out for the remainder of the 2026 NFL season after doctors discovered multiple blood clots in his lungs, including bilateral pulmonary emboli ^[1]. The 28-year-old Super Bowl LIX MVP was initially diagnosed with a superficial clot in his left calf following a 19-17 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars on October 11 in London ^[6]. Further testing revealed deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary emboli, prompting his placement on injured reserve ^[5].

Hurts is now on blood thinners and cannot participate in any contact activities, including football, according to the Eagles and his agent, Nicole Lynn ^[2]. Despite the severity, the team stated he is clinically stable with no significant functional limitations and expects a full recovery with no long-term effects ^[5]. The prognosis is positive, with officials anticipating he can resume contact football once off anticoagulation therapy.

The Eagles, now 2-4, have turned to backup Tanner McKee, who started in Hurts’s place during their 25-14 loss to the Carolina Panthers ^[2]. The team’s injury woes continue, with Hurts joining a list of key players sidelined.

Meanwhile, former Eagles quarterback Andy Dalton has signed with the Atlanta Falcons, turning down a reunion offer from Philadelphia ^[3]. Dalton, released on October 9, will replace Cooper Rush, who is being cut by Atlanta. The Falcons have already used four different quarterbacks this season due to injuries to Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa.

Hurts has been hospitalized and remained active with the team during recovery, continuing to condition despite the medical restrictions ^[7]. His absence comes at a critical time for the Eagles, who are struggling in the NFC East and now face an uncertain path without their star quarterback. The story was first reported by TMZ and The Guardian.