Jalen Hurts Diagnosed With Superficial Blood Clot in Calf

Billings, MT, October 16, 2026 —

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been diagnosed with a superficial blood clot in his calf and will miss at least one game, according to the information provided. Backup quarterback Tanner McKee is set to start in Hurts’ place.

The diagnosis leaves Hurts’ immediate future with the team uncertain. The available information does not specify when the clot was diagnosed, which game Hurts will miss or when he could return. It also does not include details about treatment, his expected recovery or any further medical assessment.

McKee is identified as the replacement starter, but no additional details are available about preparations for his start or the team’s plans beyond that game. The Eagles’ opponent and the date of the game were not provided.

The report describes the clot as superficial and says Hurts is sidelined for at least one game. It does not state whether the team has announced a longer timetable or whether Hurts’ status will be reassessed before a subsequent game. As a result, the extent of his absence beyond the minimum of one game remains unclear.

No statement from Hurts, the Eagles or medical personnel was included in the information provided. Further specifics about the diagnosis and any update to his playing status were also not provided. For now, the confirmed details are that Hurts has the calf diagnosis, is expected to miss at least one game, and McKee is set to start in his place.

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