Eagles QB Jalen Hurts: What Happened to Him & When Will He Return?
The Philadelphia Eagles have been flying high this season, but things took an unexpected turn when their star quarterback, Jalen Hurts, took a hit that had fans on edge. So, what happened to Hurts, and when can we expect him back on the field to lead the Eagles to victory? Let’s break it down in a way that even your grandma could understand (and maybe laugh about, too).
The Hurts News
It all started during a game when Hurts went down with a shoulder injury. Now, we know what you're thinking: "Oh no, not again!" Every team has that one star player who seems to get hurt just when you’re starting to believe that everything is going perfectly. But hey, that’s football for you — a game where you can be winning one minute and then end up in a medical tent the next.
Hurts took a big hit on his throwing shoulder, and while he finished the game, it was clear that something wasn’t quite right. The Eagles’ staff, being the professionals they are, quickly assessed the situation and said: “Yup, that’s a real shoulder problem, folks.” The injury wasn’t severe enough to knock him out for the season (thankfully), but it was serious enough to keep him off the field for a little while.
So, What’s the Deal with the Injury?
To put it simply, Hurts has what’s called an AC joint sprain. The AC joint is where your collarbone meets your shoulder blade. It's not something that just heals overnight with some ice and a couple of Advil. It's that pesky spot where every quarterback’s worst nightmare lives. Hurts is expected to undergo rehab and rest, but they’re taking a cautious approach to avoid further damage.
If you’ve ever pulled a muscle, you’ll know how it feels — now imagine trying to throw a football 50 yards while your shoulder feels like it's made of spaghetti. Yeah, it’s not easy. So, the Eagles are likely going to be patient with Hurts and make sure he’s fully healed before letting him back on the field. After all, we all know how important he is to their success.
When Will Hurts Return?
At the moment, the big question on everyone’s mind is: When will Hurts come back? The good news is that it’s not a season-ending injury, so the Eagles won’t be flying without their MVP candidate for long. The official timeline is still a little up in the air (you know, because football teams love to keep fans guessing), but reports suggest that Hurts could be back within a couple of weeks. So, unless the Eagles decide to play it ultra-safe and hold him out longer, we should see him back in action before the playoffs start.
Fun Fact: The Eagles’ backup QB, Gardner Minshew, has been stepping up in Hurts’ absence, and let’s just say, he’s been playing like he’s trying to prove he’s got something to say. We all know Minshew has that "backup quarterback with something to prove" energy, and he's been keeping the Eagles' offense afloat while Hurts takes some time to heal.
The Verdict
