Why Hurts played with blood clot and what it means for NFL

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts played through a life-threatening blood clot condition and also boarded a long-haul flight despite the serious medical risk. Hurts has been a key figure for the Eagles, having led the team to two Super Bowls, including winning the NFL championship in 2025. The article, published on October 28, 2026 by BBC Sport journalist Ben Collins, examines why Hurts played under those circumstances and what implications it carries for the NFL.