NFL players' union calls for investigation into handling of Jalen Hurts's blood clots; Goodell says league welcomes review

Summary

The NFL staunchly defended the Philadelphia Eagles' handling of quarterback Jalen Hurts's blood clots on Tuesday, and hours later the players' union called for an investigation of the situation. On Wednesday, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said the league welcomes an investigation into how the Eagles handled Hurts's blood clots after the union asked for one.

Timeline

1. CBC

   21 Oct 2026, 01:47 UTCSource ↗

   CBC reports that the NFL staunchly defended the Philadelphia Eagles' handling of quarterback Jalen Hurts's blood clots on Tuesday, and hours later the players' union called for an investigation of the situation.

2. CBC

   21 Oct 2026, 18:04 UTCSource ↗

   CBC reports that NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said Wednesday the league welcomes an investigation into the Philadelphia Eagles' handling of Jalen Hurts's blood clots after the players' union asked for one.