PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia Eagles have placed starting quarterback Jalen Hurts on injured reserve following the discovery of blood clots, prompting immediate changes to the team's depth chart and uncertainty surrounding his timeline to return, according to reporting by Accredited Wire Reports.
Dispatches detailing the quarterback's medical status offer varying assessments of the severity and expected recovery period. Initial reports noted that Hurts was placed on injured reserve due to a superficial blood clot in his calf. However, subsequent corroborated coverage indicated that clots were discovered in the quarterback's lungs, leading to determinations that he could be sidelined for at least a month or potentially miss the remainder of the season.
Quarterback Depth Under Pressure
With Hurts sidelined, the Eagles face an immediate challenge at the quarterback position. Backup Tanner McKee is now positioned to take on a significantly expanded role for Philadelphia as the franchise manages the absence of its starter.
The roster vacancy also led the front office to explore veteran options on the open market. According to corroborated reports, veteran quarterback Andy Dalton declined an overture from Philadelphia, opting to sign with another team instead of joining the Eagles' revised depth chart.
Medical Outlook and Next Steps
The placement on injured reserve formally removes Hurts from the active roster while medical staff evaluate his condition. The timeline for a potential return remains tied to how his diagnosis is managed, with evaluations ranging from an extended multi-week recovery to a full-season shutdown.
The Eagles organization has not yet resolved the conflicting assessments regarding whether the condition is limited to a calf issue or involves his lungs. Further medical updates are expected as McKee prepares to guide the offense during Hurts' mandatory period on injured reserve.
