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Counting down the 25 best Eagles to ever play in the Super Bowl: 15-11

by Ariel Simpson

On Monday, we unveiled the first five names on our list of the the 25 best Eagles players to ever play in a Super Bowl — based on their performance in the big game. On Tuesday, we dropped the next five names on the list. Now, the countdown continues with Nos. 15-11 ...

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15. DeVonta Smith, wide receiver

Former Heisman winner DeVonta Smith is about to make his second Super Bowl appearance with the Eagles in four seasons. In the Birds’ first Super Bowl matchup with the Chiefs in 2023, Smith recorded seven catches for 100 yards.

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14. A.J. Brown, wide receiver

Two years ago, A.J. Brown caught six passes for 96 yards and a touchdown in the Eagles' loss to the Chiefs. Like Smith, Brown, a three-time Pro Bowl wide receiver, is making his second Super Bowl appearance with the Birds.

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13. Malcolm Jenkins, safety

Malcolm Jenkins helped lead the Eagles to their only Super Bowl win in 2018. Jenkins, a defensive leader and three-time Pro Bowler, recorded four solo tackles, a pass deflection, and a vicious hit that knocked Brandin Cooks out of the game.

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12. Trey Burton, tight end

In the Trey Burton's final season with the Eagles, he helped the team secure its first Super Bowl by throwing a touchdown to Nick Foles on the Philly Special. Burton didn't catch a pass in the game — but sometimes, one play is all it takes.

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11. LeGarrette Blount, running back

Although LeGarrette Blount only spent one season with the Eagles, it was a memorable one. He won a Super Bowl and recorded 90 rushing yards, leading the team on the ground, and added a crucial 21-yard touchdown run.

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