The hype is REAL right now for the Birds, playing in the SUPER BOWL against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, February 12th!
So with that being said, it is important to stay up to date with what’s going on with the team and make it fun for the WHOLE family. So we present to you…
THE A-B-C’s EAGLES EDITION!
A - Axe Man
Jeremiah Trotter is one of just four linebackers in Eagles history to earn four or more Pro Bowl invitations, joining Chuck Bednarik, Maxie Baughan and Bill Bergey in that select group.
PHILADELPHIA – OCTOBER 11: Jeremiah Trotter #54 of the Philadelphia Eagles runs on the field against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Lincoln Financial Field on October 11, 2009 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Jeff Zelevansky/Getty Images)
C - Concrete Charlie
A.K.A. Chuck Bednarik, arguably the greatest player to ever play for the Eagles! A two-way player, both a center and outside linebacker.
CANTON, OH – AUGUST 7: Fans pose for pictures in front of the Pro Football Hall of Fame before the 2005 NFL Hall of Fame enshrinement ceremony on August 7, 2005 in Canton, Ohio. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)
G - Gang Green Defense
This was the nickname given for Reggie White, Clyde Simmons, Jerome Brown, Seth Joyner, Eric Allen, Wes Hopkins and Andre “Dirty” Waters who were one of the best defenses in the history of the NFL.
6 Sep 1992: Defensive back Andre Waters of the Philadelphia Eagles sits on the bench during a game against the New Orleans Saints at the Louisana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisana. The Eagles won the game 15-13. Mandatory Credit: Gene Sweeney /Allsport
H - Harold Carmichael
At the time of his retirement, Carmichael was the Eagles’ all-time leader in games played, consecutive games played, touchdowns, receptions, receiving yards and touchdown receptions.He still to this day leads the franchise in receiving yards and receiving touchdowns for wide receivers.
Former Philadelphia Eagles Harold Carmichael watches play against the Atlanta Falcons during a Monday Night Football game on ABC September 12, 2005 in Atlanta. (Photo by Al Messerschmidt/Getty Images)
I - IGGLES
Enough said.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – NOVEMBER 27: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles celebrates after a 4-yard rushing touchdown by Kenneth Gainwell #14 during the first quarter against the Green Bay Packers at Lincoln Financial Field on November 27, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
J - JAWS
Ron Jaworski was the quarterback of the Philadelphia Eagles. In 1981, Jaworski led the Eagles to their first ever Super Bowl appearance in Super Bowl XV.
LAS VEGAS, NV – MARCH 27: Ron Jaworski speaks during day two of the 33rd annual Nightclub & Bar Convention and Trade Show on March 27, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by David Becker/Getty Images for Nightclub & Bar Media Group)
L - Lincoln Financial Field
THE LINC! The current home of the Philadelphia Eagles!
PHILADELPHIA, PA – SEPTEMBER 08: A general view of Lincoln Financial Field during the national anthem prior to the game between the Washington Redskins and Philadelphia Eagles on September 8, 2019 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
N - Nick Foles
SUPER BOWL MVP NICK FOLES, enough said.
MINNEAPOLIS, MN – FEBRUARY 04: Nick Foles #9 of the Philadelphia Eagles catches a second quarter touchdown reception from teammate Trey Burton against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LII at U.S. Bank Stadium on February 4, 2018 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
Q - Mike Quick
He played for the Philadelphia Eagles for nine seasons, from 1982 to 1990 and now is currently the color radio analyst for the Eagles radio network.
1987: Wide receiver Mike Quick #82 of the Philadelphia Eagles leaps to catch a pass down the sideline during a 1987 NFL game. (Photo by Mike Powell/Getty Images)
R - Reggie White
Top 5 Eagles player of all time!! Without a doubt. Two time Defensive Player of the Year, spent seven years in an Eagles uniform!
PHILADELPHIA, PA – JANUARY 2: Fans remember Reggie White before the start of the Cincinnati Bengals versus Philadelphia Eagles game on January 2, 2005 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
S - SUPER BOWL!
The Philadelphia Eagles won the franchises first Super Bowl in 2018!
MINNEAPOLIS, MN – FEBRUARY 04: Quarterback Nick Foles #9 of the Philadelphia Eagles raises the Vince Lombardi Trophy after defeating the New England Patriots, 41-33, in Super Bowl LII at U.S. Bank Stadium on February 4, 2018 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
V - The Vet
Veterans Stadium is legendary in Philadelphia. Hosting both football and baseball games over the years and even some soccer too with the Philadelphia Atoms and Philadelphia Fury!
PHILADELPHIA – APRIL 4: Fans stand at attention during the national anthem before the home opener between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Pittsburgh Pirates at Veterans Stadium on April 4, 2003 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Pirates defeated the Phillies 9-1. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
X - Weapon X: Brian Dawkins
He played safety for 16 seasons in the National Football League, primarily with the Philadelphia Eagles. He played college football at Clemson and was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the second round of the 1996 NFL Draft.
CANTON, OH – AUGUST 04: Brian Dawkins poses with his bust during the 2018 NFL Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium on August 4, 2018 in Canton, Ohio. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)
Y - Yellow and Blue
This throwback jersey was named “NFL’s Worst Jersey” by USA Today.
PHILADELPHIA – SEPTEMBER 23: Kevin Curtis #80 of the Philadelphia Eagles runs the ball against the Detroit Lions on September 23, 2007 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)
Z - Zach Ertz
He was drafted by the Eagles during the second round of the draft in 2013 and was crucial in the 2018 Super Bowl victory scoring the go-ahead touchdown in the 4th quarter!
MINNEAPOLIS, MN – FEBRUARY 04: Zach Ertz #86 of the Philadelphia Eagles celebrates with the Vince Lombardi Trophy after the Eagles defeated the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LII 41-33 at U.S. Bank Stadium on February 4, 2018 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)
