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Fox Sports
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Fox Sports
Eagles are happy for Nick Sirianni, even though nobody knows details of coach's new contract
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A day after Super Bowl champion coach Nick Sirianni was rewarded by the Eagles with a contract extension, Philadelphia players spoke with reporters on Tuesday for the first time since winning the title and said the deal was well-deserved — even though nobody has disclosed the length or dollar amount. The Eagles refused to reveal the terms, and even the most inside of insiders didn't have the contract details. 'I'm not going to get into the details of any of that stuff. Sorry, I don't want to,' Sirianni said Tuesday. Sirianni is 48-20 in four seasons with Philadelphia. He also led the Eagles to the Super Bowl in the 2022 season, when they lost to Kansas City. The Eagles rebounded from a 2-2 start to finish the 2024 season on a 16-1 run, including the playoffs and the victorious Super Bowl rematch with the Chiefs. Sirianni, who turns 44 next month, is the first head coach in NFL history to earn four playoff appearances, two conference titles and a Super Bowl in his first four years. Asked about when he might retire from football, star receiver AJ Brown referenced Sirianni's deal and said, 'I'm done when he's done.' So, how long is that? 'How long is his extension?' Brown asked. Quarterback Jalen Hurts, who started in both Super Bowls for Sirianni, offered his congratulations. Offensive tackle Jordan Maliata recalled the time Sirianni used a flower analogy to illustrate to the team that the foundation is being built and that the roots are growing. 'Think about that time ... when he talked about the flower,' Maliata said. 'Now I just want to give him his flowers. He's done a phenomenal job. A phenomenal job building the culture of this locker room. Was it a multi-year contract? Does anyone know what it was worth?' If anyone does, they're not saying. White House aftermath Hurts and Brown were two prominent Eagles who declined President Donald Trump's invitation for the team to celebrate its championship with a White House visit. Saquon Barkley led the bulk of Eagles who made the trip to Washington on April 28. 'I wasn't available,' Hurts said Tuesday. 'I don't think that's pertinent. Everyone who went, and was available, they seemed to enjoy themselves.' Asked by a reporter on the red carpet of a Time magazine gala — where he was honored as one of the 100 most influential people of 2025 — whether he would visit the White House, Hurts responded with an awkward 'um' and long silence before walking away. Hurts did find time to attend the Met Gala on May 5. Brown was also vague about his decision not to meet the president. 'I had a personal reason I was dealing with that day,' Brown said. 'It wasn't about politics, or who's in the office or anything. I just had something personal.' During his first term, Trump invited the Eagles in 2018 after the franchise's first Super Bowl title. After it became clear most players weren't going to show up, he canceled the event and instead threw his own, brief 'Celebration of America.' ___ AP NFL: recommended
Hindustan Times
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Eagles are happy for Nick Sirianni, even though nobody knows details of coach's new contract
PHILADELPHIA — A day after Super Bowl champion coach Nick Sirianni was rewarded by the Eagles with a contract extension, Philadelphia players spoke with reporters on Tuesday for the first time since winning the title and said the deal was well-deserved — even though nobody has disclosed the length or dollar amount. The Eagles refused to reveal the terms, and even the most inside of insiders didn't have the contract details. 'I'm not going to get into the details of any of that stuff. Sorry, I don't want to,' Sirianni said Tuesday. Sirianni is 48-20 in four seasons with Philadelphia. He also led the Eagles to the Super Bowl in the 2022 season, when they lost to Kansas City. The Eagles rebounded from a 2-2 start to finish the 2024 season on a 16-1 run, including the playoffs and the victorious Super Bowl rematch with the Chiefs. Sirianni, who turns 44 next month, is the first head coach in NFL history to earn four playoff appearances, two conference titles and a Super Bowl in his first four years. Asked about when he might retire from football, star receiver AJ Brown referenced Sirianni's deal and said, 'I'm done when he's done.' So, how long is that? 'How long is his extension?' Brown asked. Quarterback Jalen Hurts, who started in both Super Bowls for Sirianni, offered his congratulations. Offensive tackle Jordan Maliata recalled the time Sirianni used a flower analogy to illustrate to the team that the foundation is being built and that the roots are growing. 'Think about that time ... when he talked about the flower,' Maliata said. 'Now I just want to give him his flowers. He's done a phenomenal job. A phenomenal job building the culture of this locker room. Was it a multi-year contract? Does anyone know what it was worth?' If anyone does, they're not saying. Hurts and Brown were two prominent Eagles who declined President Donald Trump's invitation for the team to celebrate its championship with a White House visit. Saquon Barkley led the bulk of Eagles who made the trip to Washington on April 28. 'I wasn't available,' Hurts said Tuesday. 'I don't think that's pertinent. Everyone who went, and was available, they seemed to enjoy themselves.' Asked by a reporter on the red carpet of a Time magazine gala — where he was honored as one of the 100 most influential people of 2025 — whether he would visit the White House, Hurts responded with an awkward 'um' and long silence before walking away. Hurts did find time to attend the Met Gala on May 5. Brown was also vague about his decision not to meet the president. 'I had a personal reason I was dealing with that day,' Brown said. 'It wasn't about politics, or who's in the office or anything. I just had something personal.' During his first term, Trump invited the Eagles in 2018 after the franchise's first Super Bowl title. After it became clear most players weren't going to show up, he canceled the event and instead threw his own, brief 'Celebration of America.' /hub/nfl
The Province
29-04-2025
- Politics
- The Province
Eagles star Jalen Hurts skips White House ceremony to celebrate Super Bowl championship
Published Apr 29, 2025 • Last updated 4 hours ago • 2 minute read U.S. President Donald Trump holds up a helmet, flanked by Philadelphia Eagles' tackle #65 Lane Johnson (R) and Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni (L), as he hosts an event celebrating the Philadelphia Eagles. Getty Images President Donald Trump feted the 2025 Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles at the White House on Monday, but several players, including quarterback Jalen Hurts, decided to skip the celebration. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Hurts and other players cited scheduling conflicts as the reasons for their absences, according to a White House official who was not authorized to comment publicly and spoke on condition of anonymity. Still, Trump called Hurts a 'terrific guy and terrific player' who turned in 'one stellar performance after another' in helping the Eagles to a 14-3 regular season and their Super Bowl run. 'The Eagles have turned out to be an incredible team, an incredible group,' Trump said. In his first term, Trump invited and then canceled a celebration for the Eagles in 2018 after the franchise's first Super Bowl title. He instead threw his own brief 'Celebration of America' after it became clear most players weren't going to show up. Essential reading for hockey fans who eat, sleep, Canucks, repeat. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Asked by a reporter on the red carpet of the Time magazine gala last week whether he would take part in the White House visit, Hurts responded with an awkward 'um' and long silence before walking away. Eagles star running back Saquon Barkley visited Trump over the weekend at Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, New Jersey, and caught a ride with the president to Washington on Air Force One and then to the White House on Marine One. 'He loved it,' Trump said of Barkley's short flight on the presidential airplane. 'He's a great young guy and an incredible football player. Saquon had a season for the ages, running behind the most powerful offensive line in the NFL,' Trump said. Barkley, meanwhile, pushed back on social media criticism earlier Monday for spending time with Trump. He noted that he has golfed with former President Barack Obama, a Democrat. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'Maybe I just respect the office, not a hard concept to understand,' Barkley posted on X. Barkley ran away with the Offensive Player of the Year award this past season after rushing for 2,005 yards, eighth-best in NFL history. It was his first season with the Eagles. Trump attended the Eagles' decisive Super Bowl victory in New Orleans over the Kansas City Chiefs. He predicted ahead of the game the Chiefs would win, and offered lavish praise for Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes. After the game, Trump mocked pop star Taylor Swift, who is dating Mahomes' teammate Travis Kelce. Swift faced boos from some fans at one point during the game when she appeared on the Jumbotron. Swift had endorsed Trump's Democratic opponent, Kamala Harris, in the 2024 election. 'The only one that had a tougher night than the Kansas City Chiefs was Taylor Swift. She got BOOED out of the Stadium. MAGA is very unforgiving!' Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform. Trump made a nod to the moment at Monday's ceremony. 'I watched in person, I was there along with Taylor Swift,' Trump said. 'How did that work out?' News Vancouver Canucks Celebrity Vancouver Canucks Vancouver Canucks
National Post
29-04-2025
- Politics
- National Post
Eagles star Jalen Hurts skips White House ceremony to celebrate Super Bowl championship
President Donald Trump feted the 2025 Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles at the White House on Monday, but several players, including quarterback Jalen Hurts, decided to skip the celebration. Article content Article content Hurts and other players cited scheduling conflicts as the reasons for their absences, according to a White House official who was not authorized to comment publicly and spoke on condition of anonymity. Article content Article content Still, Trump called Hurts a 'terrific guy and terrific player' who turned in 'one stellar performance after another' in helping the Eagles to a 14-3 regular season and their Super Bowl run. Article content 'The Eagles have turned out to be an incredible team, an incredible group,' Trump said. Article content In his first term, Trump invited and then canceled a celebration for the Eagles in 2018 after the franchise's first Super Bowl title. He instead threw his own brief 'Celebration of America' after it became clear most players weren't going to show up. Article content Asked by a reporter on the red carpet of the Time magazine gala last week whether he would take part in the White House visit, Hurts responded with an awkward 'um' and long silence before walking away. Article content Eagles star running back Saquon Barkley visited Trump over the weekend at Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, New Jersey, and caught a ride with the president to Washington on Air Force One and then to the White House on Marine One. Article content 'He loved it,' Trump said of Barkley's short flight on the presidential airplane. 'He's a great young guy and an incredible football player. Saquon had a season for the ages, running behind the most powerful offensive line in the NFL,' Trump said. Article content Barkley, meanwhile, pushed back on social media criticism earlier Monday for spending time with Trump. He noted that he has golfed with former President Barack Obama, a Democrat. Article content 'Maybe I just respect the office, not a hard concept to understand,' Barkley posted on X. Article content Barkley ran away with the Offensive Player of the Year award this past season after rushing for 2,005 yards, eighth-best in NFL history. It was his first season with the Eagles.
Toronto Sun
29-04-2025
- Politics
- Toronto Sun
Eagles star Jalen Hurts skips White House ceremony to celebrates Super Bowl championship
Published Apr 29, 2025 • 2 minute read U.S. President Donald Trump holds up a helmet, flanked by Philadelphia Eagles' tackle #65 Lane Johnson (R) and Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni (L), as he hosts an event celebrating the Philadelphia Eagles. Getty Images President Donald Trump feted the 2025 Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles at the White House on Monday, but several players, including quarterback Jalen Hurts, decided to skip the celebration. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. 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Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Hurts and other players cited scheduling conflicts as the reasons for their absences, according to a White House official who was not authorized to comment publicly and spoke on condition of anonymity. Still, Trump called Hurts a 'terrific guy and terrific player' who turned in 'one stellar performance after another' in helping the Eagles to a 14-3 regular season and their Super Bowl run. 'The Eagles have turned out to be an incredible team, an incredible group,' Trump said. In his first term, Trump invited and then canceled a celebration for the Eagles in 2018 after the franchise's first Super Bowl title. He instead threw his own brief 'Celebration of America' after it became clear most players weren't going to show up. Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Asked by a reporter on the red carpet of the Time magazine gala last week whether he would take part in the White House visit, Hurts responded with an awkward 'um' and long silence before walking away. Eagles star running back Saquon Barkley visited Trump over the weekend at Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, New Jersey, and caught a ride with the president to Washington on Air Force One and then to the White House on Marine One. 'He loved it,' Trump said of Barkley's short flight on the presidential airplane. 'He's a great young guy and an incredible football player. Saquon had a season for the ages, running behind the most powerful offensive line in the NFL,' Trump said. Barkley, meanwhile, pushed back on social media criticism earlier Monday for spending time with Trump. He noted that he has golfed with former President Barack Obama, a Democrat. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'Maybe I just respect the office, not a hard concept to understand,' Barkley posted on X. Barkley ran away with the Offensive Player of the Year award this past season after rushing for 2,005 yards, eighth-best in NFL history. It was his first season with the Eagles. Trump attended the Eagles' decisive Super Bowl victory in New Orleans over the Kansas City Chiefs. He predicted ahead of the game the Chiefs would win, and offered lavish praise for Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes. After the game, Trump mocked pop star Taylor Swift, who is dating Mahomes' teammate Travis Kelce. Swift faced boos from some fans at one point during the game when she appeared on the Jumbotron. Swift had endorsed Trump's Democratic opponent, Kamala Harris, in the 2024 election. 'The only one that had a tougher night than the Kansas City Chiefs was Taylor Swift. She got BOOED out of the Stadium. MAGA is very unforgiving!' Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform. Trump made a nod to the moment at Monday's ceremony. 'I watched in person, I was there along with Taylor Swift,' Trump said. 'How did that work out?' Canada Federal Elections Columnists Sunshine Girls Hockey
