Philadelphia Eagles Quarterback Jalen Hurts was ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Washington Commanders with a concussion after appearing to hit his head on the ground in the first quarter.
Hurts was struggling on second-and-20 when he was tackled by Washington linebacker Frankie Luvu at the end of his 13-yard run. The contact forced Hurts’ head to bounce off the ground.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts against Washington Commanders safety Jeremy Chinn at Northwest Stadium on December 22, 2024. (Peter Casey-Image Images)
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He was evaluated on the bench before entering the medical tent. Hurts was then taken to the locker room and officially ruled out with a concussion.
Former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett, who was traded to the Eagles in March, replaced hurts and completed the drive with a four-yard touchdown pass to receiver AJ Brown.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts leaves the game against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 22, 2024. (Peter Casey-Image Images)
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Hurts completed just one pass for 11 yards and rushed for 41 before exiting Sunday’s contest.
The Eagles entered the second half with a 21-14 lead.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts battles against the Washington Commanders, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024, in Landover, Maryland. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
