Jalen Hurts, Jacory Croskey-Merritt among notable injuries in NFL Week 7
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 3:35 AM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026
Jalen Hurts, quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles, is expected to miss the remainder of the 2026 NFL season due to multiple blood clots discovered in his lungs. Originally diagnosed with a calf injury, Hurts was placed on injured reserve and will be on blood thinners for at least three months. Washington Commanders running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt has also been placed on IR due to a groin injury, missing at least four more games. Tanner McKee stepped in for Hurts, managing a performance of 215 yards and one touchdown. Fantasy football managers may need to adapt their lineups ahead of Week 7.
- •Jalen Hurts placed on IR, expected out for season
- •Jacory Croskey-Merritt on IR, out for at least four games
- •Tanner McKee threw 215 yards, one touchdown for Eagles
- •Fantasy rosters affected as teams face bye weeks
- •Injury news crucial for Week 7 lineup adjustments
- 3:35 AMYahoo Sports — Fantasy Football Week 7 Injury Report: Jalen Hurts, Mike Evans, Davante Adams And More
"Breaking down the biggest injury news that could shape your fantasy football lineup in Week 7.
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