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Six former Georgia Bulldogs win Super Bowl LIX
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The Philadelphia Eagles won Super Bowl LIX against the Kansas City Chiefs with major contributions from six former Georgia Bulldogs on the team. The Eagles are notorious for drafting former Georgia players, and so far, it seems to have worked out perfectly for Philadelphia.
Who are the six Georgia Bulldogs on the Philadelphia Eagles ?
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Defensive tackle Jalen Carter
Feb 9, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter (98) looks back at Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) after an incomplete pass in the first quarter during Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: James Lang-Imagn Images
Jalen Carter was a monster in the trenches all season. He amassed 4.5 sacks, 12 tackles for loss and 16 QB hits. He earned an All-Pro nod for his efforts. Despite not recording a stat in the Super Bowl, he was a force in the postseason, especially against the Los Angeles Rams , where he sacked former Bulldog quarterback Matthew Stafford twice.
Edge Nolan Smith
While Jalen Carter was excellent in the regular season, Smith was the Eagles' best pass-rusher in the postseason. Smith had four sacks, which equates to a sack a game, and 11 pressures. Smith tied Kansas City Chiefs edge rusher George Karlaftis for the most sacks in the 2024 postseason .
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Defensive tackle Jordan Davis
Feb 9, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) is tackled by Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jordan Davis (90) in Super Bowl LIX between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs at Ceasars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Davis was another key contributor to the Eagles during their postseason run. As the primary nose tackle, Davis had two sacks and three pressures in the postseason. He even had one sack in the Super Bowl.
Davis earned a PFF grade of 86.3 throughout the postseason. His ability to occupy several offensive linemen helped pass rushers like Nolan Smith find free lanes to the quarterback.
Linebacker Nakobe Dean
Jan 12, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs (8) rushes the ball against Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Milton Williams (93) and linebacker Nakobe Dean (17) during the first half in an NFC wild card game at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Dean would've been a huge piece of the Eagles defense throughout the postseason. Dean had a 90.3 PFF grade in the Eagles' win against Green Bay, his contribution was evident. Unfortunately, Dean suffered a season-ending injury against Green Bay. The Eagles honored him in the next game.
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Cornerback Kelee Ringo
Jan 26, 2025; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Kelee Ringo (22) celebrates after a victory in the NFC Championship game against the Washington Commanders at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
The Eagles didn't use Ringo much on defense in the postseason, but Ringo still had some impact games to get the Eagles to the second seed in the NFC, including a five-tackle performance against the New York Giants in Week 18. He played special teams for the most part in the Eagles' championship run.
Safety Lewis Cine
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - AUGUST 19: Lewis Cine #6 of the Minnesota Vikings celebrates a tackle against Tyjae Spears #32 of the Tennessee Titans in the first half during a preseason game at U.S. Bank Stadium on August 19, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)
The Eagles signed Cine just days before the playoffs started. Now, he's a Super Bowl champion. He was inactive for the big game.
This article originally appeared on UGA Wire: Six former Georgia football stars win Super Bowl 59
