Jalen Hurts didn’t sleep for 36 hours before playing the Jacksonville Jaguars in London, all because doctors told him not to as a precaution for a blood clot in his calf. And now, after a further diagnosis, that blood clot issue has officially sidelined him for the rest of the year. This isn’t just a tough break, it’s a shocking twist for a player who literally risked it all on the field.
The Unbelievable London Performance
NFL insider Tom Pelissero of The Ringer dropped the bomb on this one. According to Pelissero, Hurts’ initial diagnosis in London was a superficial blood clot. Doctors told him to stay awake as a precaution. So, for roughly 36 hours, this dude was wide awake before taking the field against the Jaguars. Seriously, think about that. He played a full NFL game, throwing for 220 yards and a touchdown, all on absolutely zero sleep.
Hurts went 21 of 40 passing for those 220 yards, no interceptions, one sack, and added two rushing yards. He even threw a massive 62-yard touchdown pass to Darius Cooper! He also led what should have been a game-winning field-goal drive. Despite the loss, his effort was solid, especially considering the circumstances. He nearly beat a tough Jaguars team after being awake for 36 hours with a blood clot. That’s just wild, right?
The Brutal Reality: Season Over
But here’s where the story takes a dark turn. The Eagles initially expected Hurts to only miss Week 6 due to the blood clot. However, just a few days later, he landed on injured reserve. It turns out his blood clot issue was “a lot more serious” than first thought. Hurts is now on blood thinners, and his season is completely over.
This further diagnosis makes you really question why he was allowed to play against the Jaguars at all. Knowing the severity now, and that he’s out for the year, it puts his willingness to play on no sleep with a blood clot into a whole new, concerning light. There are definitely going to be a lot of questions asked about the circumstances surrounding Hurts’ playing in London, especially now that his season is officially done.
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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