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NFL Launches Review of Jalen Hurts' Blood Clot Diagnosis

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The NFL and NFL Players Association will jointly review how the Philadelphia Eagles handled Jalen Hurts’ blood clot diagnosis and decision to clear him to play.

Hurts played against Jacksonville one day after doctors found a superficial clot. Later tests revealed deep vein thrombosis and blood clots in both lungs.

The quarterback will miss the rest of the season while taking blood thinners, and Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester has asked Commissioner Roger Goodell to clarify the league’s blood clot protocols.

The NFL and the NFL Players Association are joining forces to investigate how the Philadelphia Eagles handled Jalen Hurts ' blood clot diagnosis after the quarterback was cleared to play despite health concerns.

According to ESPN, the league and players union confirmed Sunday (Oct.…

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