NFL, Players Association Review Handling of Jalen Hurts’ Blood Clot Diagnosis
The NFL and NFL Players Association are jointly reviewing the handling of Jalen Hurts' blood clot diagnosis after the players' union requested an investigation.
Lansing, MI, October 25, 2026 —
The NFL and the NFL Players Association are jointly reviewing how Jalen Hurts’ blood clot diagnosis was handled, following a request from the players’ union for an investigation.
The information provided does not specify when the diagnosis occurred, what aspects of its handling are under review, or what prompted the union’s request. It also does not identify the people or organizations involved in the diagnosis or describe any decisions made during the process.
No findings, timetable, or next steps for the joint review were provided. The available information does not say whether the review has reached any conclusions or whether the NFL or the union has issued additional statements.
Hurts’ team, the location of the diagnosis, and any details about his health or playing status were not included in the information provided. No details were given about whether the review concerns medical care, workplace procedures, communication, or another matter, so its scope cannot be specified.
For now, the confirmed development is limited to the joint review and the union’s request for an investigation. Further information about the review’s process and outcome was not provided.
Story summarized from the original created by ROB MAADDI, Associated Press on www.wlns.com, see more information here.
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