Jalen Hurts placed on Injured Reserve
Eagles QB Jalen Hurts moved to Injured Reserve because of blood clot in calf
The Philadelphia Eagles face a critical decision regarding quarterback Jalen Hurts' status for their upcoming Week 6 matchup against the Carolina Panthers. The decision comes after Hurts sustained a superficial blood clot in his calf, leading to speculation about his future placement on the injured reserve list. NFL insider Jeremy Fowler from ESPN revealed that the Eagles are in the process of determining whether Hurts would have to go on short-term IR by October 17th.
The team is hoping to avoid placing Hurts on IR, as it would significantly impact their offensive strategy. The Eagles will be without star running back Saquon Barkley for the third consecutive week, further complicating their running game. Barkley joins Tank Bigsby, who is already on IR, leaving the team with limited depth at the position.
Meanwhile, Jalen Hurts' absence as a leading runner for the NFL's best at the position poses a significant challenge for the Eagles. However, rookie Tanner McKee has shown promise in limited action, and the defense is expected to play a crucial role in any potential victory against the Panthers.
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