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NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell stated on Wednesday that the league is open to an examination of how the Philadelphia Eagles managed Jalen Hurts' blood clot situation, following a request from the players' union for an investigation. Goodell mentioned that the league's chief medical officer has already reviewed the protocols that were followed and emphasized that the union is entitled to seek a review.
Dr. Allen Sills, the NFL's chief medical officer, offered a strong defense of the Eagles' medical staff on Tuesday. The NFL confirmed that its officials were in contact with team doctors and trainers, as well as with the Cleveland Clinic in London, where the Eagles were playing the Jacksonville Jaguars on October 11.
Hurts is expected to miss the remainder of the season after a blood clot in his calf traveled to his lungs.
Key Analysis
The NFL's willingness to review the Eagles' handling of Hurts' blood clots underscores the league's commitment to player safety and transparency. Goodell's comments and Dr. Sills' defense of the medical staff highlight the tension between the league and the players' union over medical protocols. The outcome of any review could have implications for how teams handle similar medical situations in the future.
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