Article 5TNQ6 Philadelphia QB Jalen Hurts urges NFL to act over Washington barrier collapse

Philadelphia QB Jalen Hurts urges NFL to act over Washington barrier collapse

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  • Eagles fans fell in post-game incident at FedExField Sunday
  • Hurts' open letter calls for improved safety at stadium

In an open letter, the Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has called on the NFL and the Washington Football Team to improve safety measures at FedExField after a railing collapsed at the stadium on Sunday.

In a video that circulated on social media, Hurts was seen walking off the field after the game in Landover, Maryland. Visiting Eagles fans reaching out for a high five were sent tumbling to the ground after a barrier gave way. Hurts has now asked what follow-up action is being considered" after the incident.

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