Eagles place star QB Jalen Hurts on IR due to blood clot - ESPN

The Philadelphia Eagles have decided to place Jalen Hurts on injured reserve after consultations with numerous doctors and experts that continued into Saturday, sources told ESPN and NFL Network.

The move will sideline the star quarterback indefinitely, according to sources. The Eagles, who officially announced the move Saturday afternoon, were waiting to make a roster decision until after consulting with medical experts, according to sources.

Ever since Hurts started dealing with the superficial blood clot in his calf, the Eagles have been attempting to explore every option and gather as much information as possible. Hurts has met with doctors and had others review his blood clot and weigh in with their knowledge.

At some time over the past 24 hours, additional information surfaced that made Philadelphia believe the wisest course of action was to place Hurts on IR, giving him the time he needs to heal.

The Eagles maintained all along that they weren't going to rush into any decisions about Hurts' future, which is why they waited until Thursday to rule out the three-time Pro Bowler for Sunday's home game against the Carolina Panthers.

Hurts now will miss games against the Panthers, Dallas Cowboys, Washington Commanders and New York Giants before the Eagles have their bye in Week 10 with a chance to fully evaluate their quarterback's health and their team's outlook.

Philadelphia believes the blood clot is treatable, and the ultimate decision about when Hurts returns to play will come from his medical team, with the Eagles ready to follow his lead.

In most cases, blood clots are treated with anticoagulants, otherwise known as blood thinners. A player cannot play while on blood thinners.

In general, the minimum time frame