Seven players with ties to Alabama high schools and colleges are set to compete in the NFL’s championship game this season, all representing the Philadelphia Eagles.
The Eagles will face off against the Kansas City Chiefs on February 9 at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans to crown the champion of the 2024 NFL season. In the AFC Championship, the Chiefs edged out the Buffalo Bills 32-29, while the Eagles triumphed over the Washington Commanders with a decisive 55-23 win in the NFC Championship.
Key players from Alabama eligible for Super Bowl LIX include:
- Reed Blankenship (West Limestone): In his second season, this Eagles safety recorded four interceptions and ranked third on the team with 78 tackles.
- Landon Dickerson (Alabama): The Pro Bowl guard is in his fourth season as Philadelphia’s left guard, earning his third consecutive Pro Bowl selection in 2024.
- Bryce Huff (St. Paul’s Episcopal): This defensive end joined the Eagles in his fifth NFL season, overcoming a wrist injury to start in five of the first seven games.
- Jalen Hurts (Alabama): The Eagles’ No. 1 quarterback bounced back from a concussion to complete 296 of 430 passes for 3,408 yards, 21 touchdowns, and five interceptions, while also rushing for 752 yards and 18 touchdowns.
- Eli Ricks (Alabama): The cornerback has played in seven regular-season games and one playoff contest, contributing on both defense and special teams.
- DeVonta Smith (Alabama): The wide receiver amassed 833 yards and eight touchdowns on 68 receptions, with 12 catches for 121 yards in the playoffs.
- Tyler Steen (Alabama): This offensive lineman started at left guard in the NFC Championship, shifting positions to accommodate team needs.
These players will aim to lead the Eagles to victory in one of the most anticipated games of the season.
