Eagles QB Hurts sidelined for season after blood clots found in lungs
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback will undergo treatment with blood thinners after diagnosis of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary emboli.
At a glance
- Hurts diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis and bilateral pulmonary emboli
- Treatment involves blood thinners and prohibition from contact activities
- Team says his condition is stable with no significant functional limitations
- Tanner McKee takes over as starting quarterback
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts will miss the remainder of the season after medical testing revealed blood clots in his lungs, the team announced Monday. The condition has been diagnosed as deep vein thrombosis and bilateral pulmonary emboli.
The team said Hurts's condition is stable and he has no significant functional limitations. His treatment will involve blood thinners, during which he cannot participate in contact activities. Backup quarterback Tanner McKee has assumed the starting role.
Why it matters
The Eagles lose their starting quarterback for the remainder of the season, significantly impacting the team's playoff prospects and offensive performance.
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