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Eagles Celebrate Super Bowl Win at White House as Jalen Hurts Opts Out

Saquon Barkley's golf outing with President Trump and Jalen Hurts' absence highlight differing approaches to the team's optional visit.

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Apr 28, 2025; Washington, DC, USA; Philadelphia Eagles’ head coach Nick Sirianni, left, and offensive tackle Lane Johnson stand next to President Donald Trump as he honors the Super Bowl LIX champion Philadelphia Eagles at The White House in Washington D.C., on April 28, 2025. Mandatory Credit: Josh Morgan-USA TODAY via Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The Philadelphia Eagles visited the White House on April 28 to celebrate their Super Bowl LIX victory, marking their first such visit after skipping the tradition in 2018.
  • Quarterback Jalen Hurts, the Super Bowl MVP, did not attend the event, citing scheduling conflicts, though his earlier silence on the matter fueled speculation about his decision.
  • Running back Saquon Barkley spent the weekend with President Trump, golfing at his Bedminster club and flying to Washington on Air Force One, drawing both praise and criticism online.
  • Barkley defended his actions on social media, emphasizing respect for the office of the presidency and comparing it to a previous golf outing with President Obama.
  • Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie reiterated that attendance was optional, framing the visit as a time-honored tradition and avoiding any political framing of the event.