Goodell Supports Review of Eagles' Handling of Hurts' Clots
Commissioner Roger Goodell said the league is open to an investigation into how Philadelphia handled Jalen Hurts' blood clots, while defending the team's medical process. The NFLPA had requested scrutiny despite the league approving the approach. Goodell indicated there was a medical evaluation.
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