NFL Open to Reviewing Eagles’ Handling of Jalen Hurts’ Blood Clot Issue
The Mankato Free Press reports that NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announced the league is open to reviewing the Philadelphia Eagles' handling of Jalen Hurts' blood clot issue.
Mankato, MN, October 21, 2026 —
The NFL is open to reviewing how the Philadelphia Eagles handled a blood clot issue involving quarterback Jalen Hurts, according to a report by the Mankato Free Press. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announced the league’s openness to a review, the report said.
The information provided does not say that a review has begun or that the league has reached any conclusions. It also does not describe what the Eagles’ handling involved, when the issue arose, or what questions a potential review would examine. No details were provided about Hurts’ medical condition beyond the reference to a blood clot issue.
The report summary does not specify when or where Goodell made the announcement, or include his exact words. It also does not say whether the Eagles or Hurts have responded, whether the league has contacted either of them, or whether any next steps have been set. The Mankato Free Press is identified as the source of the report.
As reported, the development is limited to the league being open to reviewing the team’s handling of the issue. The available information does not establish that the NFL has formally opened an investigation, that a rule or policy was violated, or that any disciplinary action is under consideration. The scope, timing and outcome of any possible review were not provided.
Further details about the circumstances surrounding the blood clot issue and the Eagles’ response were not included in the report summary. For now, the stated information is that Goodell announced the league is open to reviewing the matter; no additional action or findings were specified.
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