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The NFL Players Association called for a full investigation into the medical care of Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts after he was cleared to play in Week 5 despite a blood clot issue. NFL chief medical officer Allen Sills defended the process as appropriately guarded during media availability at the owners meetings in New York on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. Multiple reports indicated the NFL will not punish the Eagles for how they handled Hurts' clearance, though the NFLPA's statement signals continued scrutiny of the decision. The episode has raised broader questions about player health protocols and oversight in the league.