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Doctors urged to prioritize player health over game availability in NFL

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 10:20 PM

Last updated Oct 19, 2026

Doctors urged to prioritize player health over game availability in NFL
Summary

Discussion around the handling of Jalen Hurts's recent blood clot situation highlights ongoing concerns in the NFL regarding player health management. Coach Nick Sirianni's comments emphasized the pressure on doctors to ensure players, like Hurts, are available rather than focusing purely on their medical needs. The case raises questions about the role of team physicians and the necessity of independent medical assessments. Experts stress that player care should come before availability, especially when dealing with serious health risks.

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  • •Jalen Hurts faced a blood clot situation affecting his ability to play.
  • •Sirianni emphasized doctors' roles in ensuring player availability.
  • •There are calls for independent medical evaluations in NFL.
  • •The case highlights risks of prioritizing game readiness over health.
  • •Health care culture in the NFL is under scrutiny following this incident.
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  • 10:20 PMYahoo Sports — The goal of team doctors shouldn't be to help players "be available"
What they're saying
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Doctors need to treat players as patients, regardless of whether that means they won't be able to play.

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