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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Carolina Panthers due to a superficial blood clot in his leg. The team announced the decision on Thursday after a follow-up ultrasound revealed movement in the clot.
The Philadelphia Eagles have ruled out quarterback Jalen Hurts for Sunday’s game against the Carolina Panthers because of a blood clot in his calf. The announcement was made on Thursday, October 15, 2026, following a series of medical evaluations that began earlier in the week.
According to a statement released by the Eagles, the issue originated during the game against the Los Angeles Rams on October 4, 2026. Hurts informed the medical staff that he had been cleated during that game. On Thursday, October 8, he requested treatment for his calf, marking his first treatment session for the injury after practicing in full on the preceding Wednesday and Thursday.
The team stated that on Friday, Hurts received treatment, practiced in full, and was added to the practice report. Following the team’s flight to London for a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, an ultrasound was performed on Saturday "out of an abundance of caution." The ultrasound revealed a superficial blood clot. The Eagles said their medical staff and doctors in London reviewed the results and concluded that "activity and mobility were important and that Jalen could safely play."
Hurts played without limitation in the London game on Sunday, October 11. He received treatment on Monday and Tuesday and practiced in full on Wednesday. However, a follow-up ultrasound conducted on Wednesday night revealed movement in the small blood clot, leading to the decision to sideline him for Week 6.
The Eagles emphasized that they had remained in communication with the league office throughout the process. "His health and safety are our highest priority," the team said in the statement. The organization did not specify how long Hurts would be sidelined, noting only that they are determining the appropriate course of treatment.
With Hurts out, Tanner McKee is the backup quarterback on Philadelphia's depth chart. The Eagles recently released Andy Dalton, leaving McKee as the primary alternative. The team is currently dealing with other offensive challenges, including the retirement of right tackle Lane Johnson and recent injuries to running back Saquon Barkley and wide receiver DeVonta Smith.
Before the injury, Hurts had thrown for 933 yards, eight touchdowns, and three interceptions with a 57.8 completion percentage. The Eagles hold a 2-3 record and have lost three straight games. The loss of their starting quarterback adds to a difficult stretch for the franchise, which has faced significant roster changes and injury issues in recent weeks.
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