Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been diagnosed with blood clots in his lungs, an ailment that will sideline him for the remainder of the current NFL season. The diagnosis means Hurts will be unable to play while undergoing treatment with blood thinners. reported that Hurts "will miss at least the remainder of this NFL season after being diagnosed with blood clots in his lungs" and further clarified, "He will not be permitted to play football while being treated with blood thinners." The outlet reiterated the severity, stating, "Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is expected to be sidelined through at least the remainder of this NFL season after being diagnosed with blood clots in his lungs and placed on blood thinners as a treatment." The implications of the diagnosis extend beyond the immediate season, with probing deeper into the medical aspects. They raised questions about the situation, asking, "Why can’t Jalen Hurts play while on blood thinners and how long could the treatment last?" The Athletic confirmed that following his diagnosis, Hurts "is clinically stable and undergoing treatment with blood thinners," indicating a focus on understanding the long-term impact on his body and career.