Breaking news: Eagles Name Captains of Their Teams
As the Philadelphia Eagles move forward without seasoned stalwarts Jason Kelce and Fletcher Cox, they have formally named their team captains for the 2024 campaign, signaling a major change in leadership. Seven players have been revealed as the captains of the team for the forthcoming season, which will begin with their opening game in São Paulo, Brazil, on Friday night. The news was made on Friday.
Six-time captain Brandon Graham, four-time captain Jalen Hurts, three-time captain Jake Elliott, three-time captain Lane Johnson, three-time captain Darius Slay, two-time captain A.J. Brown, and first-time captain Jordan Mailata are the Eagles captains for 2024. The captains were selected by a team vote, adhering to head coach Nick Sirianni’s tradition, and they represent the respect and confidence that these players have gained from their teammates.
Brandon Graham is poised to become the first player in Eagles history to play for 15 seasons as he prepares for his final NFL season. During this year of transition, his experience and leadership will be invaluable. The fact that Jalen Hurts was chosen for a fourth time highlights his developing leadership role. At the start of his fifth NFL season, the quarterback has stated that he wants to keep improving as a leader. Entering his seventh season with the Eagles, the dependable kicker Jake Elliott is coming off one of his best seasons to date. The 34-year-old offensive tackle Lane Johnson, who previously said he has “two or three more good years” ahead of him, brings a wealth of knowledge to his leadership position.
Darius Slay, who is well-known for his humorous nature, takes the role of captain quite seriously. In the past, when he was initially named captain, he was moved to tears. A.J. Brown, who is only in his third season with the Eagles, has already established himself as a leader and made a significant effect both on and off the field.
Jordan Mailata’s narrative is arguably the most inspiring of the captains. In just six years, he went from being an Australian rugby player to an NFL captain, which is a credit to his work ethic and leadership abilities. “I’m extremely honored to be a part of that creed, and I didn’t expect it,” Mailata said on the Eagles website, expressing his surprise and thanks at being named a captain. I’ve always thought of myself as a leader, regardless of whether I wear the “C” on my chest. I’m just attempting to live up to the standards set by the captains and veterans I’ve previously served under.”
These seven captains will be in charge of leading the Eagles through what looks to be an exciting and difficult season as they get ready for their 2024 campaign, taking over for Kelce and Cox.
