Jalen Hurts placed on injured reserve, out for the foreseeable future
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 8:11 PM
Last updated Oct 17, 2026
The Philadelphia Eagles confirmed that quarterback Jalen Hurts has been placed on injured reserve due to a superficial blood clot. He will miss at least four games, with some reports indicating he could be out longer. Tanner McKee is set to take over as the starter for the Eagles, who currently hold a 2-3 record. The team is evaluating its options moving forward, including possibly bringing back veteran Andy Dalton. Health and recovery are the top priorities regarding Hurts' condition.
- •Jalen Hurts is on injured reserve as of October 17, 2026.
- •Tanner McKee will start in Hurts' place.
- •The Eagles have a current record of 2-3.
- •Hurts will miss at least four games.
- •The team may consider signing Andy Dalton.
- 8:11 PMYahoo Sports — Will Jalen Hurts miss rest of season after landing on IR?
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