# Eagles QB Jalen Hurts expected to miss rest of season

> Eagles QB Jalen Hurts likely out for season due to blood clots.
- Title: Eagles QB Jalen Hurts expected to miss rest of season
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## Eagles QB Jalen Hurts
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is expected to miss the rest of the season because of blood clots in his lungs.
## Blood Clot Diagnosis
Hurts has deep vein thrombosis and a bilateral pulmonary emboli, meaning a blood clot has traveled from the legs to the lungs.
## Treatment Plan
His treatment involves blood thinners, and he won’t be allowed to participate in any football activities until he is off them.
## Recovery Expectations
The Eagles and Hurts’ agent said Hurts is clinically stable and has no significant functional limitations.
## Coach's Response
Eagles coach Nick Sirianni declined to comment on specific questions about Hurts and his blood clots.
## Previous Injury
Hurts took a cleat to his calf area on Oct. 4 in a game against the Los Angeles Rams.
## Current Impact
The Eagles have lost four consecutive games for the first time since 2020 with Tanner McKee starting in place of Hurts.
## Key takeaway

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts will miss the rest of the season after being diagnosed with blood clots in his lungs.