NFL Doctor Shares Alarming Take On Jalen Hurts’ Serious Medical Diagnosis
This article was originally published on Total Pro Sports.
The Philadelphia Eagles have officially ruled out Jalen Hurts for the remainder of the 2026 NFL season. This decision came after doctors diagnosed him with deep vein thrombosis in his left calf and bilateral pulmonary emboli.
Although the team placed Jalen Hurts on injured reserve over the weekend, a return to the field seemed extremely likely. Now we know he won’t be back after the team. This comes after his agent released a joint statement on his condition on Monday.
While the team already knew about and announced the blood clot in Hurts’ leg, the bilateral pulmonary emboli represent a new development. This dangerous condition forces multiple blood clots into the lungs.
NFL Doctor on Jalen Hurts Blood Clot Diagnosis
Dr. David J. Chao gave his expert opinion on Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts after his new diagnosis. He first emphasized the severity of the diagnosis by writing, “The very definition of ‘movement’ deep. Into deep veins AND lungs!”
Chai then confirmed the injury will sideline the quarterback for the remainder of the year, stating, “Season over with long-term blood thinners 🙏.”
Lastly, he shared an optimistic view for Jalen Hurts’ long-term health, noting that if it is “Appropriately treated, low long-term risk.”
As a result of that diagnosis, Hurts will be placed on blood thinners and is unable to play football until he is fully recovered. Hurts’ prognosis is “very good,” and he is expected to make a “full recovery,” per the joint statement.
The statement did not offer a timetable for Hurts’ recovery. The only thing we know right now is that his 2026 season is over.
Sports doctor Jesse Morse posted on X that he wants the entire Eagles medical staff fired.
THEY TOLD Jalen Hurts NOT TO SLEEP 🤯 YET THEY STILL LET HIM PLAY. Are you kidding me right now???? FIRE THE ENTIRE @Eagles MEDICAL STAFF NOW. THIS IS BLATANT MALPRACTICE.
https://twitter.com/DrJesseMorse/status/2112188002914975758?s=20
Another Sports Medicine Doctor, Brian Sutterer MD spoke his mind on X as well.
Another sports medicine docotor Brian Sutterer MD, spoke out on X aswell.
Another sports medicine doctor, Brian Sutterer, MD, also spoke out on X.
You shouldn’t be allowed to play a high risk contact sport after 36 hours of sleep deprivation.
That’s basically like playing drunk.
Thats the real story here with Jalen Hurts and the medical decisions.
With Hurts sidelined, the Eagles turned to Tanner McKee in Week 6. He went 26 of 45 with 215 yards and one passing touchdown in the team’s 25-14 loss to the Carolina Panthers. Unless something changes, McKee will presumably take over as the team’s starter moving forward.
We’re all praying for a speedy recovery, get well soon, Jalen.
