Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts could return to the field this season under a single condition as he manages a blood clot diagnosis, according to reporting by Accredited Wire Reports.
The update comes amid a flurry of medical evaluations regarding the franchise passer's immediate playing future. Wire dispatches from Fox News and Accredited Wire Reports indicate that the organization has left the door open for Hurts to play again this season, provided specific medical benchmarks are met.
Medical Evaluations and Roster Status
Conflicting assessments surrounding the severity and nature of the vascular issue have emerged across sports outlets. Dispatches corroborated by ESPN and Yahoo Sports reported that Hurts was diagnosed with blood clots in his lungs, indicating that the quarterback was expected to miss the remainder of the season, with Yahoo Sports projecting him out for the 2026 campaign.
However, coverage from NFL.com indicated that the team placed Hurts on injured reserve specifically due to a superficial blood clot located in his calf. This roster move officially sidelines the starting quarterback while medical staff manage the condition and monitor his recovery.
Quarterback Adjustments for Philadelphia
With Hurts moving to injured reserve, the Eagles have been forced to adjust their depth chart. Team leadership sought out a familiar face at the quarterback position to navigate the absence of their starter, according to wire dispatches.
While reports of lung clots point to an extended absence, the possibility of a return this season remains tied directly to the designated condition cited by team personnel and medical staff. The Eagles have not yet publicly unified the differing reports regarding whether the issue originated primarily in the lungs or as a superficial clot in the calf.
