Panthers' Hayden Hurst dealing with post traumatic amnesia after November hit, father reveals

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Carolina Panthers tight end Hayden Hurst is dealing with post traumatic amnesia as a result of a hit that has kept him off the field since Nov. 9, his father revealed. 

Hurst had to enter concussion protocol following the Panthers’ loss to the Chicago Bears in Week 10, and he’s been on the sideline since trying to recover. 

His father, Jerry Hurst, says the veteran tight end isn’t sure when he’ll be back on the field now. 

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Hayden Hurst #81 of the Carolina Panthers runs after catching a pass during the fourth quarter against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on November 09, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. (Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

"[Hayden] has been diagnosed with Post Traumatic Amnesia by an independent neurologist as a result of the hit he took in Chicago November 9. Slow recovery, don’t know when he’ll be back. Prayers appreciated!" Hurst posted on Wednesday. 

He did return to practice as a limited participant on Wednesday, but he was wearing the red jersey which is reserved for non-contact players.  

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Post-traumatic amnesia is a serious diagnosis for Hurst, as Headway describes it as "the time after a period of unconsciousness when the injured person is conscious and awake, but is behaving or talking in a bizarre or uncharacteristic manner." 

As a result, Hurst may not be able to remember day-to-day events and struggle to remember things from just minutes ago. 

Hayden Hurst #81 of the Carolina Panthers is tackled after a catch during the second half against the Chicago Bears at