Philly Special: The Inside Story of How the Philadelphia Eagles Won Their First Super Bowl Championship - Paperback

by Sal Paolantonio (Author)

ESPN's Sal Paolantonio takes readers inside the Eagles' improbable 2017 season, one which culminated in the franchise's long-awaited first Super Bowl victory--from their hot start in the fall with nine straight wins, to the unfathomable loss of star quarterback Carson Wentz, to the sweetest victory over the New England Patriots in Minnesota featuring the unforgettable "Philly Special," and finally to the raucous celebrations on Broad Street. Through exclusive interviews, fans will learn how Philadelphia overcame Wentz's season-ending injury which instantly branded them underdogs, gaining inside perspective into the dynamic between head coach Doug Pederson, back-up quarterback and eventual Super Bowl LII MVP Nick Foles, and the many individuals who stepped up and answered the call at the right times. Paolantonio captures the mood of the team week by week, every step of the way, profiling numerous key players, coaches, and more.

Author Biography

Sal Paolantonio is the longest-serving NFL sideline reporter in ESPN history, an Emmy Award winning national correspondent for the Worldwide Leader in Sports, covering the NFL for SportsCenter and Sunday NFL Countdown. He is the host of NFL Matchup. He serves as an enshrinement selector for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio. He is a former sportswriter and political correspondent for the Philadelphia Inquirer and served as a surface warfare officer in the U.S. Navy. He lives in Moorestown, New Jersey.