The Eagles released a statement Thursday about the medical condition of their quarterback in announcing his looming absence, saying Hurts had been receiving treatment for nearly a week and even flew to and from London with it.Hurts played in the team’s London game against the Jacksonville Jaguars and practiced in full on Wednesday, one day before the team announced he would not play Sunday.CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGEPhiladelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) pauses on the field following an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Sept.14, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri.
(AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)"On Thursday, October 8th, Jalen visited the training room after practice requesting treatment for his calf.He informed the medical staff he had been cleated during the (Los Angeles) Rams game on October 4th.
This was his first treatment session for the calf injury following the game, after having practiced in full both Wednesday and Thursday.On Friday, Jalen received treatment, practiced in full, and was added to the practice report," the team said in its statement earlier this week."Out of an abundance of caution, an ultrasound was performed on Saturday following the team’s flight to London and walkthrough.
The ultrasound revealed a superficial blood clot.Our medical staff and doctors in London reviewed the results and concluded that activity and mobility were important and that Jalen could safely play.
Doctors recommended a follow-up ultrasound within 72 hours of the game and the return flight to Philadelphia."Jalen played without limitation in the game Sunday, received treatment on Monday and Tuesday, and practiced in full on Wednesday, as reflected in the practice report.Throughout our time in London and this week, we have remained in communication with the league office regarding the matter.Jalen Hurts of the Philadelphia Eagles screams before an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams at Lincoln Financial Field on O...