Jalen Hurts Takes Brutal Hit From D’Marco Jackson, Leaves Eagles Game for Concussion Check (VIDEO)
The Philadelphia Eagles were trying to stay within one score of Chicago when a hard hit forced their starting quarterback off the field. Jalen Hurts had been moving the offense before taking contact near the sideline during the second quarter. Hurts was sent for a concussion evaluation, forcing Andy Dalton to enter with Philadelphia in […] The post Jalen Hurts Takes Brutal Hit From D’Marco…
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts suffered a severe collision with Bears linebacker D’Marco Jackson during the second quarter, forcing him to leave the game for a concussion evaluation. Andy Dalton, the backup quarterback, entered the game with Philadelphia in a scoring position, as the Eagles faced a critical red-zone drive without their starting quarterback.
Jackson's hit on Hurts left him momentarily on the ground, leading to an immediate concussion check. Hurts initially attempted to rejoin the huddle but was subsequently evaluated for a concussion according to the NFL’s protocol. Despite being sidelined, Philadelphia's offense managed to reach the Chicago 1-yard line, where Dalton’s pass was intercepted by Bears rookie safety Dillon Thieneman, who made history by recording the first NFL interception of his career.
The turnover highlighted the significance of Hurts' absence, as Philadelphia needed to quickly finish an important drive before halftime. Despite his concussion evaluation, Hurts returned before halftime, reinvigorating the Eagles' offense, and scored a touchdown on a quarterback sneak to narrow Chicago's lead to 10-7. The incident demonstrated the rapid shifts in momentum that can occur in football, as well as the NFL's thorough process for evaluating potential head injuries.
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