Eagles Fans, Who's Got Your Back This Super Bowl Sunday?
The Eagles' stunning fall from Super Bowl contention has left fans feeling meh. For those who've rooted for the team all along, this year's matchup might be a tough pill to swallow. The defending champions and two-time Super Bowl contenders face off against two teams with longer odds than anyone can remember.
On the other hand, if you're looking to sink your teeth into some underdog magic, the Seahawks are sitting pretty at 4.5-point favorites over their opponents. Philly's infamous underdog spirit lives on through this matchup.
Now, here's a lowdown for those who want to choose a side: New England Patriots fans might want to cheer for the Pats if they're looking to get revenge on former Eagles players who won rings last year. This includes pass rusher Milton Williams and old friends Mack Hollins and Christian Elliss, not to mention Patrick Johnson on the practice squad.
But you might also prefer underdogs – after all, Philly is a city built on overcoming odds. And if you're looking for another Patriots dynasty in the making, their 23-year-old quarterback Drake Maye has a promising future ahead of him. With talent on both sides of the ball and top-notch coaching, winning would propel them toward being favorites again by 2027.
On the other hand, Eagles fans who are still salty about Spygate, Deflategate, or any other Patriots drama might see an opportunity to exact revenge. And if you believe that defense wins championships, the Seahawks' stingy unit should be a major draw.
Lastly, those who believe in second chances – well, this is technically Darnold's fifth chance at proving himself as a Super Bowl quarterback. From being the third overall pick and going 13-25 for the Jets to becoming an MVP candidate with the Seahawks, he's got a story worth cheering about – even if it's not exactly a fairy tale.
So, which team will you be rooting for this Sunday?
The Eagles' stunning fall from Super Bowl contention has left fans feeling meh. For those who've rooted for the team all along, this year's matchup might be a tough pill to swallow. The defending champions and two-time Super Bowl contenders face off against two teams with longer odds than anyone can remember.
On the other hand, if you're looking to sink your teeth into some underdog magic, the Seahawks are sitting pretty at 4.5-point favorites over their opponents. Philly's infamous underdog spirit lives on through this matchup.
Now, here's a lowdown for those who want to choose a side: New England Patriots fans might want to cheer for the Pats if they're looking to get revenge on former Eagles players who won rings last year. This includes pass rusher Milton Williams and old friends Mack Hollins and Christian Elliss, not to mention Patrick Johnson on the practice squad.
But you might also prefer underdogs – after all, Philly is a city built on overcoming odds. And if you're looking for another Patriots dynasty in the making, their 23-year-old quarterback Drake Maye has a promising future ahead of him. With talent on both sides of the ball and top-notch coaching, winning would propel them toward being favorites again by 2027.
On the other hand, Eagles fans who are still salty about Spygate, Deflategate, or any other Patriots drama might see an opportunity to exact revenge. And if you believe that defense wins championships, the Seahawks' stingy unit should be a major draw.
Lastly, those who believe in second chances – well, this is technically Darnold's fifth chance at proving himself as a Super Bowl quarterback. From being the third overall pick and going 13-25 for the Jets to becoming an MVP candidate with the Seahawks, he's got a story worth cheering about – even if it's not exactly a fairy tale.
So, which team will you be rooting for this Sunday?