Sports · October 22, 2026
‘Shocked they let him say that’ – NFL fans stunned by Chris Russo’s Jalen Hurts rant on ESPN
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and the league's chief medical officer, Dr. Allen Sills, have defended the Philadelphia Eagles' medical handling of quarterback Jalen Hurts after blood clots were discovered in his lungs and leg. The NFL Players Association (NFLPA) has requested a formal review of the situation, a move Goodell stated the league welcomes. The handling of the injury has sparked significant media backlash, most notably from ESPN personality Chris Russo, who questioned the league's commitment to player safety on 'First Take.'
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- Yahoo SportsSports network
‘Shocked they let him say that’ – NFL fans stunned by Chris Russo’s Jalen Hurts rant on ESPN
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Mad Dog Russo blasts NFL over Hurts situation, putting ESPN in a tricky spot
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NFL business partners aren't pulling punches as to the handling of Jalen Hurts
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NFL welcomes a review of how Eagles handled Jalen Hurts' blood clots, Roger Goodell says
Read at PBS News ↗ - The Daily CallerMainstream
NFLPA Demands Full Investigation Over Mysterious Saga Surrounding Jalen Hurts’ Surprise Blood Clots
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Reported by multiple outlets
- Jalen Hurts was diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis and blood clots in both lungs.
- The NFL Players Association has requested a formal investigation into how the Eagles handled the situation.
- NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell stated the league welcomes the review and believes protocols were followed.
- Chief Medical Officer Dr. Allen Sills defended the Eagles' medical staff.
- Chris 'Mad Dog' Russo criticized the NFL and the Eagles during an ESPN broadcast.
Reported by only some outlets
- Jalen Hurts is expected to miss the remainder of the season.
- The diagnosis of blood clots in the lungs and leg followed a Week 5 game.
- The NFL has been 'in lockstep' with the Eagles regarding their medical decisions.
Confirmed
- Jalen Hurts was diagnosed with blood clots in his lungs and leg.
- The NFLPA requested a review of the medical protocols used by the Eagles.
- Roger Goodell and Dr. Allen Sills have publicly backed the Eagles' medical staff.
Reported
- The NFL has been in 'lockstep' with the Eagles regarding the medical situation. (NBC Sports)
- ESPN is in a 'tricky spot' due to Russo's comments because of its business ties to the NFL. (Deseret News)
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