Eagles’ Jalen Hurts ruled out with a concussion in first quarter vs Commanders
Hurts has not missed a game all season
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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was ruled out of 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 scrambling 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.
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He was evaluated on the sideline 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 A.J. Brown.
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Hurts completed just one pass for 11 yards and ran for 41 before exiting Sunday’s contest.
The Eagles entered the second half with a 21-14 lead, but lost in the final seconds, 36-33.
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The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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