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Sports · October 19, 2026

What's next for Eagles after Jalen Hurts injury? Three games could shape franchise's future

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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is expected to miss the remainder of the 2026 NFL season following a diagnosis of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and bilateral pulmonary emboli. The condition began as a superficial blood clot in his left calf discovered before an October 11 game in London. While the team medical staff initially cleared him to play against the Jacksonville Jaguars, follow-up testing in Philadelphia revealed that the clot had moved and escalated to his lungs. Hurts is currently being treated with blood thinners, which prohibits him from participating in contact activities. Despite the diagnosis, the Eagles and Hurts' agent released a joint statement expressing optimism for a full recovery without long-term effects. In his absence, the Eagles have turned to backup quarterback Tanner McKee to navigate a critical stretch of NFC East division games.

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Reported by multiple outlets

  • Jalen Hurts has been diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis and bilateral pulmonary emboli.
  • Hurts is being treated with blood thinners and is prohibited from contact football activities.
  • The initial injury was a superficial clot in the left calf discovered before the London game on Oct. 11.
  • Hurts played the full game against the Jacksonville Jaguars despite the initial clot discovery.
  • The Eagles and Hurts' agent anticipate a full recovery with no long-term effects.
  • Tanner McKee is the replacement quarterback for the Eagles.

Reported by only some outlets

  • The Eagles have a projected eight picks in the 2027 draft and multiple high-round picks in 2028.
  • Hurts was reportedly awake for 36 straight hours before the London game against Jacksonville.
  • The treatment process for blood clots typically takes three to six months.
  • Hurts was the MVP of Super Bowl 59, where the Eagles defeated the Chiefs 40-22.

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