Jalen Hurts Diagnosed With Superficial Blood Clot in Calf; Tanner McKee Set to Start
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been diagnosed with a superficial blood clot in his calf, leading to uncertainty about his immediate future with the team and his upcoming availability, with backup Tanner McKee set to start in his absence.
Cleveland Akron, OH, October 16, 2026 —
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been diagnosed with a superficial blood clot in his calf, leaving uncertainty about his immediate future with the team and his availability for upcoming action. Backup quarterback Tanner McKee is set to start in Hurts’ absence.
The information provided does not specify when Hurts received the diagnosis or how long he is expected to be unavailable. It also does not include a timetable for his return, details about his treatment, or a further update from the team. His status beyond the stated absence therefore remains unclear.
McKee is identified as the replacement starter while Hurts is out. No information was provided about the length of McKee’s expected starting role or whether another quarterback will serve in a backup capacity. The account also does not identify a specific upcoming game or date.
The diagnosis and the change at quarterback are the available details. The circumstances surrounding the clot, any assessment of its severity, and the effect on Hurts’ longer-term status with Philadelphia were not provided. No further team statement or medical information was included.
For now, the reported plan is for McKee to start in Hurts’ absence, while Hurts’ immediate availability remains uncertain. Any change to that plan, or additional information about his status, was not included in the available summary.
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