Jalen Hurts blood clot, explained: What to know about Eagles QB's recovery timeline, more on health condition

Jalen Hurts is set to miss his first game of the season on Sunday after the Philadelphia Eagles' doctors determined he has a blood clot in his right calf.

Hurts initially suffered a calf injury against the Los Angeles Rams, but it wasn't determined to be serious at first, as Hurts didn't miss any practice or game time. However, further tests on Hurts' calf revealed the blood clot, which doctors have been monitoring over the past week.

The quarterback did play through a game with the blood clot after doctors cleared him, but now the issue has progressed to the point where the Eagles feel it is best for him to remain on the sidelines. Doctors will monitor Hurts as they determine how Hurts should proceed in the coming weeks.

Here's a full breakdown of Hurts' injury and what it means for his status this year.

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What was Jalen Hurts diagnosed with?

The Eagles announced that Hurts was diagnosed with a superficial blood clot in his calf before their game against the Jaguars in London, but it was safe for Hurts to play in the game. However, after returning to Philadelphia, doctors found that there was movement in the blood clot, so it was the right thing to do to sit him out in Week 6.

Also known as superficial thrombophlebitis, this blood clot forms in the veins under the skin, typically in the arms or legs. It usually causes inflammation, redness, and swelling but can be resolved within a few weeks.

Superficial blood clots are usually less dangerous than deep vein blood clots, which form in deeper veins that have more control over sending blood to the heart or lungs.

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Jalen Hurts blood clot timeline

Thursday, October 8: Hurts requests treatment on his calf following practice after explaining that he was "cleated" in the calf during the prior game against the Rams. Hurts was able to practice fully on Wednesday and Thursday before the team headed to London for the game vs. the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Saturday, October 10: Hurts undergoes a precautionary ultrasound in London, which reveals the blood clot. Doctors determined that Hurts could safely play in Sunday's game against the Jaguars as long as he was consistently active and mobile. Doctors also recommended a follow-up ultrasound when the Eagles returned to Philadelphia.

Wednesday, October 14: After playing in Sunday's game without any issues, and after practicing fully on Wednesday, Hurts undergoes a second ultrasound. The Doctors determine that Hurts had movement in the small blood clot, and that it was best for him to miss Sunday's game against the Carolina Panthers until they determine the best course of action.

When Hurts met with the media on Wednesday before undergoing the ultrasound, the quarterback called the calf injury a "unique experience."

“It was a very unique experience to say the least.” Jalen Hurts talks about his calf injury he suffered against the Rams. (via: @MrUram) https://t.co/p8a2JeYgOP

Thursday, October 15: The Eagles announce that Hurts will miss their Week 6 game against the Panthers as he undergoes treatment for the blood clot.

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Jalen Hurts blood clot recovery timeline

Hurts is out indefinitely as Eagles doctors determine the best course of action for the quarterback moving forward. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports that Hurts will not return to the field until the "situation is solved."

"Jalen Hurts is out for Sunday due to a superficial blood clot.. He can't play football until this situation is solved and he's out indefinitely" ~ @RapSheet We're thinking about Jalen Hurts and everybody with the Philadelphia Eagles #PMSLive https://t.co/MneHZxFtEx

According to the Cleveland Clinic, a superficial blood clot "typically resolves within a few weeks."