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Hurts' Illness Puts Eagles' NFC East Title Quest in Doubt

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts throws a pass against the Dallas Cowboys during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez

As Monday night football looms on the horizon, the air is thick with the echo of cleats pounding the terrain and hearts throbbing with anticipation. But, the Philadelphia Eagles' fans clenched their stomachs in a knot of uncertainty as news swirled about the health of their quarterback, Jalen Hurts. The whispers graced the ears of an anonymous informant familiar with Hurts' status, who couldn't help but spill the news to The Associated Press on Sunday.

Fueling the shadows of uncertainty, the Eagles are keeping their cards close to their vest, not wanting to announce their injury report too soon. The mystery swirling around Hurts is that he's facing an unspecified illness, casting a grey cloud over the Eagles' play plans for the imminent encounter with the Seattle Seahawks.

In a move that flickers with precaution, Hurts is set to journey in solitude, apart from his on-field family, his team. The details, much like a hushed secret passed within a noisy crowd, have not been made explicit but one can’t help but empathize, the intensity heightened by predictions on the victor of the showdown.

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) sits with tight end Dallas Goedert, left, on the bench during the first half of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys, Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts throws a pass against the Dallas Cowboys during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) reacts after losing a fumble against the Dallas Cowboys during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

The Eagles stand proud and firm with a 10-3 record, even while nursing the sting of losing their last two games. The stakes? Monstrous. They have the NFC East title in their crosshairs. Claims to the title could become solid if they manage to tame the ferocious Seahawks, who carry a respectful 6-7 record and are itching for their own glory, and triumph in their final three combat zones.

Monday night is shaping up to be one for the history books, a clash between Titans under the dazzling glow of the stadium lights. It's uncertainty vs. determination, the battle against an unforeseen illness and the obstacle of their formidable opponents. If you're looking for a good theatrical display of sports, look no further. Monday night football is about to deliver just that.

For more updates and the latest news, get your fix with the AP NFL at: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl.

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