The Philadelphia Eagles have ruled Jalen Hurts out for Sunday’s game after a follow-up ultrasound showed movement in a small blood clot.
The team announced the decision Thursday afternoon and said Hurts has been dealing with the issue for the past week. According to the Eagles, the problem became more serious Wednesday night when the blood clot was found in the calf.
In the team’s statement, the timeline started on Thursday, October 8th, when Hurts came into the training room after practice asking for treatment on his calf. He told medical staff he had been cleated during the Rams game on October 4th.
The Eagles said that was his first treatment session for the calf after the game, despite having practiced in full both Wednesday and Thursday. On Friday, Hurts received treatment, practiced in full, and was added to the practice report.
The Eagles then ordered an ultrasound on Saturday after the team’s flight to London and walkthrough. That scan found a superficial blood clot.
Team doctors in London reviewed the results and determined that activity and mobility were important, and that Hurts could safely play. They also recommended a follow-up ultrasound within 72 hours of the game and the return flight to Philadelphia.
Hurts went on to play without limitation Sunday, then received treatment Monday and Tuesday and practiced in full Wednesday, according to the team. The Eagles also said they stayed in touch with the league office throughout the situation in London and again this week.
But Wednesday night brought the setback: the follow-up ultrasound showed movement in the small blood clot, forcing the Eagles to rule Hurts out for Sunday’s matchup against the Panthers while they figure out the next step in treatment. The team said, “His health and safety are our highest priority.”
Hurts has thrown for eight touchdowns and three interceptions so far in 2026.
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