Eagles Place Jalen Hurts on Injured Reserve After Blood Clot

Kansas City, MO, October 17, 2026 —

The Philadelphia Eagles have placed quarterback Jalen Hurts on injured reserve because of a blood clot, according to The Kansas City Star.

The report identifies the blood clot as the reason for the roster move. It does not provide further details about Hurts’ condition, when the clot was diagnosed or how long he is expected to be unavailable. The information provided also does not specify when the team made the move.

Details about the Eagles’ plans at quarterback were not included in the report summary. It does not identify who may take on the starting role or describe any other changes to the team’s roster. No statement from Hurts or the Eagles was provided.

The report summary also does not specify whether the team has shared information about Hurts’ treatment or a timetable for his return. Without those details, the extent of the health issue and its likely duration remain unclear based on the information available here.

The confirmed information in the summary is limited to the roster decision, Hurts’ position and the stated reason for his placement on injured reserve. Further details about his status and the team’s next steps were not provided.

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