Eagles QB Jalen Hurts out indefinitely due to blood clot
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 8:37 PM
Last updated Oct 15, 2026
Philadelphia Eagles starting quarterback Jalen Hurts is out indefinitely after being diagnosed with a "superficial blood clot". The team sits at 2-3 ahead of their Week 6 matchup against the Carolina Panthers. Despite the injury, analysts suggest the Eagles can still make a playoff push thanks to their defensive strength and a favorable division. Hurts' backups Tanner McKee and Cole Payton may need to step up while the team hopes for the return of other injured offensive players, including receiver DeVonta Smith and running back Saquon Barkley. Coach Nick Sirianni's squad could still compete for the NFC East title this season.
- •Jalen Hurts diagnosed with a superficial blood clot
- •Eagles have lost three straight games
- •Backup Tanner McKee gained experience in past two seasons
- •NFC East remains competitive with division rivals
- •Eagles defense performing well under Vic Fangio
- 8:37 PMYahoo Sports — Why Jalen Hurts' blood clot won't doom 2-3 Eagles' NFC playoff chances
"Once again, the Eagles shouldn't panic about their latest key injury, even though this one shelves their starting quarterback.
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