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Eagles place quarterback Jalen Hurts on injured reserve

Outlets report that Philadelphia has placed quarterback Jalen Hurts on injured reserve due to a blood clot, sidelining him indefinitely for at least four games.

Jalen Hurts, 2020
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At a glance

  • The Philadelphia Eagles placed quarterback Jalen Hurts on injured reserve.123
  • The roster move follows a diagnosis of a blood clot.23
  • Hurts will miss at least four games, including an upcoming matchup against Carolina.23

The Philadelphia Eagles have placed quarterback Jalen Hurts on injured reserve.123

Hurts was sidelined after being diagnosed with a blood clot.23

He is expected to remain out indefinitely.13

The designation ensures Hurts will miss the upcoming game against Carolina and at least three additional contests.23

Where sources agree

  • Hurts placed on injured reserve3 of 3
  • Hurts diagnosed with a blood clot2 of 3
  • Hurts expected to be out indefinitely2 of 3
  • Hurts will miss at least four games2 of 3

Who covered this

2 National1 International

Sources

  1. 1ESPNEagles star QB Hurts placed on IR, expected to be out indefinitely ↗
  2. 2The GuardianJalen Hurts placed on injured reserve after Eagles quarterback diagnosed with blood clot ↗
  3. 3CBS SportsEagles place Jalen Hurts on IR, as he deals with superficial blood clot ↗

Based on reporting from these reputable newsrooms and reviewed by Orbit’s editors. A fact appears only when at least two sources report it. Orbit is not affiliated with these publishers.

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