Eagles place quarterback Jalen Hurts on injured reserve due to blood clot
Philadelphia's starting quarterback Jalen Hurts has been moved to injured reserve after a blood clot was discovered, sidelining him for at least four games.
Philadelphia placed starting quarterback Jalen Hurts on injured reserve after doctors identified a blood clot, meaning he will miss a minimum of four games. The team said Hurts is out indefinitely and may not return until after the season's mid-point, with a possible return after the team's bye week.
The Eagles' next four opponents are the Carolina Panthers, Dallas Cowboys, Washington Commanders and New York Giants. Backup quarterback Tanner McKee is slated to start in Hurts' absence, with rookie Cole Payton serving as McKee's backup and recently signed Joe Milton listed as the third-string quarterback.
Philadelphia, currently 2-3, remains in contention for the NFC East and hopes to have Hurts back for a late-season playoff push.