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BIG GAME PREVIEW | PHILADELPHIA EAGLES

The Eagles: How They Got Here

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he Eagles were 7-9 last year in the first season under coach Doug Pederson — hardly an impressive start to his tenure with promising quarterback Carson Wentz also in his rookie season with Philadelphia.

Expectations were low entering 2017, with many experts projecting the team to be around the .500 mark yet again. But some strategic roster moves in the offseason proved to be instrumental in helping the Eagles make the 2016 season a distant memory.

Key Additions

Veteran running back LeGarrette Blount and defensive end Chris Long joined the Eagles after winning Super Bowl rings with the Patriots last year.

“I chose the Eagles for the reason of me fitting in really good here, having a championship run, having a banner season,” Blount told the Associated Press after he signed. “And they’re a really good team.

They’re a really good team before I came. I just want to fit in.”

The Eagles also added receivers Alshon Jeffery and Torrey Smith, and traded for defensive tackle Tim Jernigan.

The moves didn’t gain a lot of media attention but quietly set the Eagles up for a successful campaign with Wentz leading the squad in his second season.

Next Man Up

Quarterback Nick Foles has proven the importance of having a quality backup quarterback in today’s National Football League. When starter Carson Wentz went down with a torn ACL in week 14 of the regular season, the Eagles turned to Foles to pick up the slack.

He delivered.

Foles will now try to become the first backup quarterback to win a Super Bowl since Tom Brady in 2002.

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Underdogs

On Jan. 22 — the day after the NFC and AFC title games, The Westgate SuperBook in Las Vegas installed the Patriots as 5-and-a-half-point favorites in Super Bowl LII. That’s nothing new for the Eagles. They were the first No. 1 seed in NFL history to be underdogs in their opening playoff game but came

away with a win over the Atlanta Falcons.

The Eagles also were three-point underdogs in the NFC title game against the Minnesota Vikings. Now the underdog masks sported by many fans throughout the playoffs will be in full force for Super Sunday.

Foles: Surprising Super Bowl Starter

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ven Nick Foles didn’t see this coming.

Philadelphia drafted Foles out of college but traded him after the 2014 season to the Rams as the Eagles acquired quarterback Sam Bradford. After a winding road that almost led to retirement, Foles put together a solid playoff run to position the Eagles for a chance at the Super Bowl championship.

The quarterback passed for 352 yards and three touchdowns in the Eagles’ blowout victory over the Minnesota Vikings in the NFC title game on Jan. 21.

The victory was surprising to many prognosticators, many of whom considered Foles outmatched by a stellar Vikings defense.

Foles surely will face similar doubters as he leads the Eagles against the heavily favored Patriots in the Super Bowl.

Replacing Wentz

Foles was thrust into the starter’s role when quarterback Carson Wentz went down with a torn ACL

in week 14 of the regular season. Wentz had been on his way to an MVP-caliber season before the injury, leading many to believe the Eagles would be hardpressed to replace him.

Enter Foles.

The backup was inconsistent down the stretch of the regular season but put together quality performances in playoff wins over Atlanta and Minnesota. His first-half performance against the Vikings put the game out of reach early, allowing the Eagles defense to put pressure on Minnesota’s offense in the second half.

Overcoming History

On Feb. 4, the Eagles will try to overcome a lessthan-stellar Super Bowl history that features a defeat to the Oakland Raiders in Super Bowl XV and the heartbreaking 24-21 loss to the Patriots in Super Bowl XXXIX. Foles will have to play a key role in helping the Eagles build out an early lead, although it may be Philadelphia’s defense that carries the burden of limiting the late-game heroics of Patriots quarterback Tom Brady.

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BIG GAME PREVIEW | NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS

The Patriots: How They Got Here

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ere we go again. The New England Patriots are back in the Super Bowl.

After playing in their seventh straight AFC championship game on Jan. 21 against the Jacksonville Jaguars, the Patriots are looking for their second straight Super Bowl victory.

New England made the biggest comeback in Super Bowl history last year, overcoming a 25-point deficit to defeat the Atlanta Falcons, 34-28, to win the big game. Having had much of its key core intact heading into the 2017-18 season, it’s no surprise the Patriots find themselves making yet another Super Bowl run.

Facing the Eagles is nothing new, either. Tom Brady and the Patriots beat Philadelphia in Super Bowl XXXIX.

Excellence Defined

The Patriots will appear in their 10th Super Bowl, the most by any franchise. (Dallas, Denver and Pittsburgh have been to eight.)

With a win, New England would earn its sixth title, which would tie the Steelers for most in National Football League history.

So how did they get here? Well, that’s more of the same, too.

Belichick and Brady

Coach Bill Belichick and quarterback Tom Brady have been the driving factors in all of the Patriots’ Super Bowl wins.

They earned their first three in a four-year span (2002 to 2005) but had to wait 10 years for their next championship.

Even with a little extra drama this year after the Patriots traded backup quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo to the San Francisco 49ers, Belichick and Brady found a way to work through their differences.

Overcoming Injuries

The Patriots’ week of practice ahead of their AFC championship game against the Jaguars featured a scary moment for Brady.

He cut his knuckle on a helmet during a handoff and it required 12 stitches. Brady missed one practice and became the talk of the town throughout the week, with Patriots fans

fearing the worst.

But the future Hall of Famer put together a solid game with 290 yards and two touchdowns, including the go-ahead touchdown pass to Danny Amendola with 2:48 left in the game.

Having had much of its key core intact heading into the 201718 season, it’s no surprise the Patriots find themselves making yet another Super Bowl run.

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Tom the Terrific (Again)

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om Brady has defied the odds — he is now 40 years old — to become arguably the greatest quarterback in the history of the National Football League. While that topic is a hotly contested debate, Brady’s postseason records speak for themselves.

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To add to his illustrious career, Brady was named MVP of the league by the Pro Football Writers Association in January.

Brady finished the season with 4,577 total yards, 32 touchdowns and eight interceptions. His passer rating was 102.8, and the Patriots had the No. 1 offense in the NFL. This is the third PFWA MVP award, and he has won the Associated Press MVP award twice.

Check out some of Brady’s most impressive statistics from his Hall of Fame career: • More playoff wins by himself (27) than 28 NFL franchises do in their entire history, including Oakland (25), New York Giants (24) and Washington (23).

• Eight comebacks and three other fourth-quarter or game-winning drives in the postseason. Eli Manning is the next-closest quarterback with five.

• Started two more Super Bowls (seven) than any other quarterback in history. (John Elway had five starts.)

• Won a record five Super Bowls, one more than Terry Bradshaw and Joe Montana.

• More playoff starts than Peyton Manning and Johnny Unitas combined.

• More passing touchdowns in the Super Bowl (15) than all but 25 quarterbacks have in their entire playoff careers.

• Four Super Bowl MVP awards (Super Bowls XXXVI, XXXVIII, XLIX, and LI), the most ever by a single player.

• Selected to 13 Pro Bowls.

• Led his team to more division titles (15) than any other quarterback in NFL history.

• At the end of the 2017 regular season, Brady was fourth all-time in career passing yards, tied for third with Drew Brees in career touchdown passes.

• Brady has never had a losing season as a starting quarterback and his combined regular-season and postseason wins are the most of any quarterback in NFL history.

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BIG GAME PREVIEW | COACHES

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Pederson Vs. Belichick

ook no further than the head coaches of the Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots for main catalysts in their teams’ respective success.

Both coaches led their teams through up-and-down seasons that featured injuries, controversies and close wins.

While Doug Pederson and Bill Belichick have traveled different roads throughout their careers, both coaches have extensive backgrounds in the National Football League.

Let’s take a closer look at how each coach has reached this point in his career and how the experience of each coach could make the difference in Super Bowl LII.

He’s Back: Bill Belichick

Belichick has built a reputation for consistency and excellence, compiling only one losing season with the Patriots — his first campaign as head coach in 2000.

After entering the professional coaching ranks with the Baltimore Colts in 1975, Belichick moved on to the Giants for a 12-year stint that included two Super Bowl victories with him as defensive coordinator.

Belichick then served as head coach of the Cleveland Browns from 1991 to 1995, finishing with a 36-44 record and making the playoffs only once.

He joined the New England Patriots in 1996 under Bill Parcells before eventually taking over as head coach in 2000.

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A Coaching Up-and Comer: Doug Pederson

Pederson’s football bloodlines are rich, as he served as the offensive coordinator of the Kansas City Chiefs from 2013 to 2015 and spent most of his playing career as a backup behind Brett Favre for the Green Bay Packers.

He was part of the Super Bowl XXXI team that beat New England in the Super Bowl. He also was a backup to Dan Marino as a member of the Miami Dolphins, and a starting quarterback for the Eagles and Cleveland Browns.

Pederson’s offensive play-calling has been a big factor in the Eagles making the Super Bowl. He has simplified the offense on the fly for new quarterback Nick Foles while still allowing him to make some deep throws.

The Eagles use a run-pass-option series of plays that allows Foles to make a split-second decision to hand the ball off or throw it downfield. Foles has embraced the approach, and the results have been clear. With the Patriots ranked near the bottom of the league in terms of defense, it might be Pederson’s creative play-calling that makes the difference in Super Bowl LII.

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BIG GAME PREVIEW | MATCHUPS

Who Has the Edge On D?

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igh-flying offenses will likely be the topic of discussion heading into Super Bowl LII, but it’s the underrated defenses that may well get the last laugh.

Some of the most memorable Super Bowl contests have featured unbelievable defensive play — whether it be James Harrison’s 100-yard interception return in Pittsburgh’s Super Bowl XLII victory or Malcolm Butler’s goal line interception just a few years ago to help New England beat Seattle in Super Bowl XLIX. Who will be the defensive star this year?

Philadelphia Defense

Defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz had a tall task in 2017, especially during the final quarter of the season. Once MVP candidate Carson Wentz was lost for the year on offense, Philadelphia turned to its defense for consistent play.

Defensive tackle Fletcher Cox and safety Malcolm Jenkins — the Eagles Pro Bowl picks — shouldered the burden and helped turn in an impressive playoff performance.

Philadelphia has allowed only 33 points total in its past four games, including 17

points through two postseason contests. The Eagles forced three turnovers against Minnesota in the NFC title game and will look for a similar performance to unseat New England.

Other players to watch: Defensive end Brandon Graham had an outstanding season, and cornerbacks Ronald Darby and Jalen Mills have been consistently strong, shutting down big-play wide receivers.

New England Defense

Patriots defensive coordinator Matt Patricia is likely coaching his last game as a Patriot, as it has been announced he will take over the Detroit Lions head coach job in 2018. Patricia has been a master of building solid defenses without a lot of star power.

While 2017 wasn’t the best defensive unit of his career — the Patriots ranked 29th in

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New England’s team defense approach shined in the second half of its win over Jacksonville in the AFC championship game.

The Patriots stifled the Jaguars’ offense in the final 30 minutes of the game to advance with a 24-20 victory.

Linebackers Kyle Van Noy and James Harrison have been solid at pressuring opposing quarterbacks, while the secondary led by safety Devin McCourty has held its own against big-time quarterbacks.

The unit will have to be strong against Foles and the Eagles, which have shown a consistent ability to light up the scoreboard.

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BIG GAME PARTY PLANNING | FOOD

Planning A Big Game Menu

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f course the most important feature of a Super Bowl party is the game.

The second is the food.

The menu for any party, but especially gatherings centered on sporting events, is central to its success or demise.

Tailgating Mentality

Tailgating is a football tradition and one that typically happens at the field. But why not incorporate it into your party plan?

Invite people over an hour or so before the game begins and kick off the party with a barbecue. Light up the grill, put ESPN on the television for pre-game analysis, and organize a little game of touch football to get everyone’s blood flowing.

Snacks

Think finger food. You should avoid anything that requires utensils — although you might make an exception for forks.

The idea is to keep the food simple enough

so that people can focus their energy on the game rather than on eating. But your menu should be expansive enough that guests can keep reaching for more.

Beverages & Ice

Be sure to stock up on both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for your guests. If you feel uncomfortable purchasing alcohol, it is proper etiquette to extend a BYOB invitation to guests.

Remember you can never have too much ice. It’s best to calculate how much you think you’ll need and then double it.

Sample Menu

While quantity will vary depending on the size of your party, here is a sample menu to

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• Dips: Everyone loves a good dip, and dips reign supreme at any sports-themed party. A good starter trio is a dill veggie dip, a sweet fruit dip and an onion chip dip — all of which can be made at home or bought pre-made at the store. If you are feeling bold, offer a few more filling dips, such as buffalo chicken dip or a seven-layer taco dip.

• Snacks: These really just operate as

vehicles for the dips. Think veggie tray, assorted cut fruits, a variety of chips and pretzels.

• Meats: There should be at least two meat choices — think burgers and wings, hot dogs or even meatballs. (Best to keep foods finger friendly).

• Desserts: It’s always a good idea to offer two: one with chocolate and one without.

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BIG GAME PARTY PLANNING | FAMILY

Entertaining Younger Guests

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here is always a chance you might find yourself hosting younger guests — invited or not.

Whether you invited families with children or a babysitter canceled last minute on one of your guests, if is always a smart idea to plan a few activities.

Your younger guests are more likely to be less engaged in the game — especially for its whole duration — than your adult guests.

Having some activities planned will keep little hands out of trouble.

Touch or Flag Football

Before the Super Bowl begins or during half time, organize a touch- or flag-football game. This provides an outlet for kids to exert their energy outdoors in the fresh air.

Who knows, the kids might bring out the young spirit in many of your adult guests as well.

Super Bowl Bingo

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free on the Internet and set them out with football-themed stickers as markers.

Football Coloring Pages

Many children enjoy coloring. Set up a small table with football-themed coloring pages and jars of crayons.

Coloring pages can be printed from free online templates and can be a welcomed quiet activity to keep kids both occupied and entertained.

Super Bowl Trivia

After the game is over and everyone is enjoying dessert and coffee, split your guests into teams and set up a game of Super Bowl trivia.

Older children can be in charge of reading the questions and keeping score.

Flick Football

Help kids make small footballs out of paper (or have some pre-made) and create a contest to see who can flick their football the farthest. Offer a small prize to the winner.

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BIG GAME PARTY PLANNING | FAMILY

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Up Your Hosting Game

hether this is your first time hosting a Super Bowl party or you do it every year, there are steps you can take to put your party at the top of the league.

Many times, the difference between a good party and a great one are the extra details. By thinking of every guest — including those not particularly into the game — you can turn a standard party into one your guests will talk about until next year’s big game.

Set Up an Alternate Party Space

Let’s face it, not everyone who accepts your party invitation will be interested in watching the entire Super Bowl.

It is important — both for you and your guests — to have a pre-designated space those guests can go to and with which you are comfortable.

Guests should not feel confined to one room of your home, and they should have a good time — no matter how they choose to spend it.

Set Up A Play by Play

As host or hostess, your attention will be divided between the game and your guests — which will land you in the kitchen probably more than you would like.

Keep up with the game by setting up an extra device, such as a laptop or tablet with a game app, such as ESPN Gamecast or the CBS Sports

app.

Station another device with the same game-tracking app near the grill.

If you really want to surprise your guests, put one in the bathroom.

Rate the Commercials

The interesting Super Bowl commercials have become an integral part of the game experience.

Commercial breaks are no longer entirely spent taking restroom breaks and refilling plates and cups. It’s a time when marketers pull out their big game and supposedly offer the most creative commercials of the year. So design a way for your guests to rank them.

Create a scoring method and see if there is a consensus at the end of the party.

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BIG GAME PARTY PLANNING | ENTERTAINMENT

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Super Bowl Commercials

uper Bowl commercial history also is a history of modern marketing as a whole.

1988

This is the year commercial prices would double again — reaching $645,000.

1992

During Super Bowl XXVI, Nike paired “Air Jordan” with “Hare” Jordan — Michael Jordan and Bugs Bunny dominating a game of basketball thanks to the shoes. This concept extended the idea of using two American icons to market a product.

The Super Bowl is not just a competition between two professional football teams but a battle among marketers. Big brands compete for exposure, consumer allegiance and the designation of the best Super Bowl commercial — also known as the Olympics of television commercials.

The Super Bowl spotlight can define a brand — but it wasn’t always this way.

The American Marketing Association took a historical look at the cost of a 30-second Super Bowl spot from its inception to current day.

Here is what they found:

2001

The first year a Super Bowl commercial cost more than $2 million and Britney Spears sold us Pepsi — continuing the tradition for the cola company to capitalize on beautiful stars to sell their product.

2010

1967

The first Super Bowl — the Green Bay Packers against the Kansas City Chiefs — garnered $42,000 per 30-second spot.

1970

Just three years later, this price tag went up to $78,000. This fee decreased briefly in 1971, but then jumped the next two years until surpassing the $100,000 mark in 1974.

1980

By Super Bowl XIV, the cost of a short

© adobe stock commercial reached $220,000. Coca-Cola also launched a commercial that would change the way brands viewed Super Bowl marketing and convinced audiences that commercials were also entertainment. The now-iconic “Hey Kid, Catch” commercial featuring Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle “Mean” Joe Greene helped set the stage for a new kind of Super Bowl marketing.

1981

The year the Oakland Raiders beat the Philadelphia Eagles 27-10, commercial spot prices jumped to $324,000 — more than $100,000 in one year’s time. Three years later, Apple would break all the rules and set a new tone for Super Bowl commercials with its Macintosh spot.

Betty White laid the foundation for the popular Snickers campaign, “You’re not you when you’re hungry,” a campaign still active today and which has since featured other mega stars. Given the average Super Bowl commercial costs of the year, the candy company most likely doled out anywhere from $2.5 to $2.8 million. One year later, commercial costs would rise to the $3 million marker.

2016

Super Bowl commercials reach an all-time high of $5 million for a short spot. Mountain Dew also created #PuppyMonkeyBaby — a slogan perhaps full of nonsense but which kept people talking for months.

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BIG GAME PARTY PLANNING | TRIVIA

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Super Bowl Stats

hether you are a rookie wanting to boost your game knowledge or an aficionado looking to challenge your own Super Bowl fact prowess, these stats are just the ticket to keep the party interesting.

• According to ESPN, eight regular-season MVPs have made it to the Super Bowl since 2001, and all eight have lost.

• The Pittsburgh Steelers have won the most Super Bowls at six.

• There are 13 football franchises that have never won a Super Bowl: Tennessee Titans, San Diego Chargers, Philadelphia Eagles, Minnesota Vikings, Jacksonville Jaguars, Houston Texans, Detroit Lions, Cleveland Browns, Cincinnati Bengals, Carolina Panthers, Buffalo Bills, Atlanta Falcons and the Arizona Cardinals.

• The Detroit Lions, the Cleveland Browns, the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Houston Te x a n s a r e

the only teams to have never played in a Super Bowl.

• The Minnesota Vikings, however, have played in four Super Bowls but have never led at any point during the game.

• Tom Brady has more Super Bowl rings than any other quarterback (five) and the most Super Bowl MVPs (four) of any NFL player in history.

• Over the course of the 2017 Super Bowl LI, 24 Super Bowl records were broken.

• The fewest points to ever be scored in a Super Bowl game was by the Miami Dolphins in Super Bowl VI in 1972.

They scored 3 points.

• The following year, the Dolphins would score the fewest points that would ever result in a win; the Miami Dolphins beat the Washington Redskins 14-7.

• Of the top 10 most-watched American television programs of all time, nine of them are Super Bowl games. Super Bowl XLIX is the most watched U.S. telecast of all time, with a viewership of a p p r ox i m a t e l y 114.4 million people.

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