Show Notes
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is expected to miss the rest of the 2026 NFL season.
Not because of a concussion.
Not because of a torn ligament.
Because doctors discovered blood clots in his leg and both lungs.
A potentially life-threatening medical condition.
Should he have played? Was it safe for him to fly?
Scott & A look at what happened, what team doctors knew, and how these decisions are made.
— Slices is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs
— Produced by Steve Riekeberg
— Production Assistance by Allie Press
— Copyright 2026 by Empty Set Entertainment
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