As the countdown to the presidential elections on November 5 continues, a recent sighting of an advertisement at a bus stop in Philadelphia has caused quite a stir in the football community. The ad featured Kamala Harris, adorned in an Eagles helmet and uniform, with a caption boldly proclaiming her as the “Official candidate of the Philadelphia Eagles.”
Many were quick to question the authenticity of the ad, as Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie is known to lean Democrat but would unlikely make such a bold political statement that could alienate fans. Governor Josh Shapiro, another Democrat, was also brought into the conversation, although it remains unclear if he had any involvement in the ad placement, as these spaces are typically managed by the Philadelphia government.
Reactions to the ad were predominantly negative, prompting the Eagles to swiftly disassociate themselves from it, claiming they were taking steps to have it removed. Speculation only grew with Brittany Mahomes’ public support for Trump and Taylor Swift’s rumored Democrat ties, as the Eagles worked to distance themselves from any potential political controversies.
Amid all the political drama, the Eagles are gearing up for their season opener against the Green Bay Packers in São Paulo, Brazil, a unique kickoff game just a day after the Kansas City Chiefs and Baltimore Ravens face off. The Eagles are facing a tough four-week stretch with matchups against the Atlanta Falcons, New Orleans Saints, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but with a strong offense led by Saquon Barkley, they are considered contenders this season.
For quarterback Jalen Hurts and the Eagles, the pressure extends beyond the field as they aim to defy history. Only six out of 36 quarterbacks who lost in their Super Bowl debut have gone on to return to the big game, posing a significant challenge for Hurts as he competes against the likes of Brock Purdy, Joe Burrow, Jared Goff, and Jimmy Garoppolo.
As the Eagles navigate both their on-field battles and off-field controversies, all eyes will be on them as they strive to make their mark on and off the field this season. It’s sure to be a season filled with both sports and political intrigue for the Philadelphia Eagles.
