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NFL Network analyst Michael Robinson says he “sincerely apologizes” after suggesting that Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was faking the severity of his blood clots in order to avoid taking blame for his team’s struggles this NFL season.
Although Hurts has had a super successful seven-year run with the Eagles, the three-time Pro Bowl quarterback has struggled to start the season under new offensive coordinator Sean Mannion. And to add to the pressure, Hurts ended up sustaining an injury to his calf during the Eagles’ game against the Los Angeles Rams on October 4.
On October 8, he requested treatment after practice. On October 10, he underwent a precautionary ultrasound in London (following the team’s flight). The results revealed he had sustained a superficial blood clot. On October 14, a follow-up ultrasound revealed movement in the clot.
Subsequently, the Eagles sidelined its QB. By October 17, after several consultations, the Eagles placed Hurts on injured reserve (IR), sidelining him indefinitely, and giving him time to fully heal.
And what turned out to be a blood clot in his calf, soon became blood clots in both of his lungs. Upon the IR news, Michael Robinson commented on Hurts’ injuries. However, the speculation sparked backlash, and now a subsequent apology.
In the caption of Robinson’s apology post, it read, “My official apology to @JalenHurts @Eagles and the entire fanbase. My comments were wrong. No excuse.” In the brief letter, Robinson continued to write:
“I want to sincerely apologize to Jalen Hurts, his family, the Philadelphia Eagles organization and fan base for my comments last Thursday. They were unfounded and I never should’ve speculated on a health issue of a player nor his commitment to his team.”
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