Eagles QB Jalen Hurts reportedly playing with blood clots after no sleep has to be investigated by NFL
Jalen Hurts played despite reportedly not sleeping for 36 hours before kickoff. How?
According to multiple reports from NFL insiders, Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was advised against sleeping prior to the team's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in London on October 11, as it was deemed too risky. Despite these medical concerns, Hurts played the game. It has since been revealed that he had been hospitalized until 4 a.m. due to a blood clot in his leg and had not slept, having been awake for approximately 36 hours by the time of the match.
Further medical evaluation discovered additional clots in Hurts' lungs, a serious condition requiring emergency medical attention, leading to his indefinite absence from the season. ESPN reports that the NFL will investigate the circumstances surrounding Hurts' decision to play, including who was aware of his health issues, the timeline of these issues, and the process leading to his participation in the game.
The situation has sparked concerns about the safety protocols in place for players and the decision-making processes within the NFL.
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