NFL’s top doctor defends Philadelphia Eagles handling of Jalen Hurts blood clots but NFLPA has different story

The NFL said it was satisfied with the Philadelphia Eagles’ handling of Jalen Hurts’ blood clot diagnosis and treatment, with its chief medical officer praising the team’s cautious approach. The issue matters because the NFL Players Association then challenged the league’s account, saying it knew of no investigation and had been told the NFL would not review Hurts’ care.

NFL chief medical officer Dr Allen Sills said the league reviews such cases and that he had confidence in the decisions made, including tests carried out in London. Executive Jeff Miller said the NFL had spoken with Eagles staff, people tracking the case and the hospital and doctors involved. The article highlights the conflict between those remarks and the union’s statement; it does not establish whether a formal review took place.