Megan Guzman, Opinions Editor  

This past Sunday, the Philadelphia Eagles won the 59^th Super Bowl against the Kansas City Chiefs. Originally from Trenton, New Jersey, I hail from Eagles country, watching games with my grandfather on Sundays, sharing joys and defeats. I have fond memories of watching him curse at the TV, his mental health relying on the outcome of the game. In 2018, when the Eagles won Super Bowl LII, I called him to congratulate him on his hard work in front of the TV every Sunday.  

This year, the Eagles returned to the Super Bowl with a vengeance, trying to redeem themselves after their defeat to the Chiefs two years ago. An Eagles win would also stop a three-peat for the Chiefs, which hasn’t happened in the history of the NFL. Thankfully, this energy fueled the Eagles to dominate the Chiefs, winning 40-22. Notable plays from the game include a pick six from rookie Cooper DeJean (on his 22nd birthday) and six sacks from Josh Sweat, Milton Williams, Jordan Davis and Jalyx Hunt. The Eagles’ defense shut out any hopes of Chiefs’ success, leading to one of the worst performances by the Chiefs all season.  

Many football fans rooted for the Eagles, regardless of team affiliation, because of various political controversies with the Chiefs. Harrison Butker, Chiefs kicker, gave a misogynistic speech last year, where Butker told a graduating class that women should be more excited about motherhood than their newly earned degree. Brittany Mahomes, wife of QB Patrick Mahomes, hinted at support for Donald Trump last August, by liking posts supporting Trump on her social media accounts. President Donald Trump attended the Super Bowl, predicting a win for the Chiefs. When asked about the president’s attendance, Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift’s boyfriend and Chiefs Tight End, said it was “a great honor, no matter who the president is.” These controversies angered politically left football fans, who saw the Chiefs slowly aligning with conservatism. The Eagles, whose visit to the White House was cancelled after players refused to attend,represented a place for hope against the tide of fascism.  

I agree with other fans that the Eagles were the right pick for this year’s Super Bowl. Here are the top five reasons why YOU should be a Philadelphia Eagles fan, this year and for years to come.  

5. Jake Elliott: Jake Elliott is a 5’9” 170lb little super star who holds the record for longest field goal kick by a rookie with a 61-yard field goal. On Sunday, Jake Elliott successfully converted all four field goals for the Eagles, adding to their 40-point total. I want to shrink him down and carry him around in my pocket. 

4. Anne Hathaway: Who knew she was an Eagles fan? The cameras panned to Hathaway in the middle of the game, decked out in a Kelly-green scarf. Anne Hathaway, the people’s princess, is one of the most beautiful women on earth and whatever side she’s on, I want to be on. 

3. Saquon Barkley: A recent addition to the Eagles’ roster, Barkley shined all season. After leaving the Giants over pay disputes, Philadelphia embraced Barkley with open arms. Barkley repaid the love by having one of the most insane performances by a running back in NFL history, leading the Eagles to the Super Bowl.  

2. Eagles Fans: Where else do you have the mayor of a city begging for the residents to not climb telephone poles? Eagles’ fans get a lot of flack for their outlandish behavior, but I think our passion for the game is admirable. I think Philadelphians should get to climb telephone poles as a treat. 

1. Jalen Hurts: Quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles, Jalen Hurts is a fantastic leader, formidable athlete, and the most handsome man in the NFL. A true feminist, Hurts has an all female management team. He can squat 600 pounds, a strength that translates to the Eagles’ signature move, the Tush Push, where teammates push Hurts over the goal line. Jalen Hurts won MVP after Sunday’s game, and he is the MVP of my heart.