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Eagles coach addresses Jalen Hurts' health amid blood clot controversy

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 10:50 PM

Last updated Oct 19, 2026

Eagles coach addresses Jalen Hurts' health amid blood clot controversy
Summary

Eagles coach Nick Sirianni faced scrutiny regarding the team's decision to let quarterback Jalen Hurts play against the Jaguars while dealing with a blood clot. After being hospitalized shortly before the game, Hurts was placed on injured reserve as the condition turned into deep vein thrombosis. Sirianni expressed trust in the medical team but refrained from detailing decisions, stating he is 'not a medical expert.' The team's controversial handling of Hurts' situation has drawn opinions from medical professionals, prompting questions about player safety and team protocols.

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  • •Nick Sirianni declined to elaborate on health protocols around Jalen Hurts.
  • •Hurts was hospitalized before the Week 5 game against the Jaguars.
  • •He has been placed on injured reserve due to deep vein thrombosis.
  • •Sirianni maintains confidence in the Eagles' medical staff.
  • •The team's handling of Hurts has sparked discussions about player safety.
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  • 10:50 PMYahoo Sports — Eagles coach dodges questions about Jalen Hurts controversy: ‘I’m not a medical expert’
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Eagles coach Nick Sirianni talks about decision to let Jalen Hurts play with blood clot

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