Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts made an appearance at the team’s practice facility on Wednesday, marking the first time some players had seen him since he went on injured reserve with blood clots in his lungs. This isn’t just a casual walk-through, either. Hurts was in the building, sitting in on team meetings and additional sessions, a true presence for a squad that desperately needs one.
Hurts Is Back, But Still Out
It’s been a tough stretch since Hurts, 28, went on injured reserve back on October 17. The sight of him must have been a jolt, a reminder of what this team is missing. Yet, despite his physical presence in meetings, Hurts did not address the team directly. Head Coach Nick Sirianni, when pressed on Hurts’ appearance, kept it close to the vest, only confirming, “I’ve talked to him and am in constant communication with him and know he’s resting and recovering.” Sirianni couldn’t hide the emotion, adding, “I miss him like crazy. But nothing new on that front. I know he’s resting and recovering, and we’re all still praying for him and hoping for a speedy recovery.” Those five words, “I miss him like crazy,” hit different. They tell you everything you need to know about the impact of his absence and the challenge facing this team.
The QB Carousel Keeps Spinning
The struggles without Hurts are real and they are mounting. In his absence, Tanner McKee took the reins, but it was a rough go, finishing 0-3 under center. That kind of skid forces a change, and the team made it, benching McKee this week. Now, Joe Milton is stepping up to start at quarterback. It’s a move that shows just how much the team is searching for answers, and how deeply Hurts’ injury has impacted their season. With Hurts expected to miss the rest of the season, it’s going to be a long road for this squad.
This week, all eyes will be on Milton to see if he can right the ship. It’s a huge test for a team that’s clearly feeling the pain of their star quarterback being sidelined.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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