Eagles vs. Rams: A Playoff Showdown at Lincoln Financial Field
This Sunday, January 19, at 3 PM, the Philadelphia Eagles will face off against the Los Angeles Rams in a highly anticipated NFC Divisional Round game at Lincoln Financial Field. The two teams are familiar foes; they previously clashed in Week 12 of this season, where the Eagles emerged victorious with a score of 37-20. However, as playoff intensity ramps up, emotions run high—especially for former Eagles player Jason Kelce.
Jason Kelce Reflects on His Team’s Journey
For Jason Kelce, witnessing his former team reach the playoffs just one season after his retirement is an emotional experience. Having dedicated 13 seasons to the Eagles before retiring in March 2024, he feels immense pride in their accomplishments and wishes he could be part of this thrilling moment.
In an interview with Sports Radio 94WIP earlier this week, Kelce expressed his feelings candidly: “I’m genuinely thrilled for all my teammates and coaches,” he shared. “Even though I’ve been away for a year now, there’s still a part of me that longs to be involved in something like this. I believe stepping away was right for me; it’s just how life unfolds sometimes.”
Kelce continued to reflect on his legacy within the team: “While I’m not physically out there playing anymore, I like to think I’ve influenced some players’ careers—like Cam Jurgens and Jalen Hurts—by helping them transition into professional football.” He added that despite feeling less impactful now that he’s retired, he still feels connected to the team’s journey.
“I would love nothing more than to join those guys on the field,” he admitted. “But ultimately it’s about pride seeing them succeed.”
A Legacy Built on Success
At age 36, Jason Kelce has left an indelible mark on Philadelphia sports history by contributing significantly during his tenure with the franchise. He played a pivotal role in leading the Eagles to their first Super Bowl victory in 2018 and helped guide them back to championship contention again in early 2023.
Drafted by Philadelphia as a sixth-round pick back in 2011, Kelce has since established himself as one of football’s premier centers. Over his career spanning over two hundred games (205), he holds records for consecutive starts within the franchise—a remarkable streak that showcases both durability and skill.
His accolades include seven Pro Bowl selections and starting every single postseason game throughout his career (12 games total). These achievements solidify him as not only a fan favorite but also one of NFL history’s greats.
Rams Riding High into Playoffs
On their end of things are the Los Angeles Rams who come into this matchup riding high after winning six out of their last seven games—including securing a playoff victory against Minnesota recently. This surge has propelled them into their first Divisional Round appearance since they clinched Super Bowl glory under coach Sean McVay alongside quarterback Matthew Stafford back in 2021.
As these two teams prepare for battle once again—with historical context favoring Philadelphia who have dominated eight out of nine recent encounters—the stakes couldn’t be higher as both squads vie for advancement toward an NFC Championship berth come Sunday afternoon.
With emotions running deep from players like Jason Kelce reflecting fondly upon past glories while simultaneously cheering from afar—and momentum building behind formidable opponents such as Los Angeles—the stage is set for what promises to be an unforgettable clash between these storied franchises!
