Eagles fans are absolutely losing it right now, all thanks to a single white helmet with kelly green wings that popped up in a team video. This isn’t just some old photo, either; the team itself posted the clip on Wednesday afternoon, showcasing Jalyx Hunt and new defensive back Riq Woolen blindly trying to match various helmets. But let’s be real, nobody cared about the game; every single comment focused on that one retro lid.
The White Helmet Return: 50 Years in the Making?
This isn’t just any throwback; we are talking about a helmet style not seen on the field in Philly for over 50 years. The last time fans caught a glimpse of those white helmets with kelly green wings was way back in 1973, with quarterback Roman Gabriel under center. It’s a huge nostalgia hit, and the team’s “curious” inclusion of it in the video has everyone in the Emerald City wondering if they are teasing a full-blown return of the vintage look. For fans who’ve been waiting decades, this is the ultimate reveal, stirring up some serious excitement.
Tyler Steen is a Solid Starter; The Numbers Don’t Lie
Away from the helmet hype, there’s some real football talk happening about offensive guard Tyler Steen. Let’s be honest, not every player is a superstar or a disaster. Sometimes, a guy is just good, and that’s Steen right now. He’s proving himself a perfectly capable starting guard, and while he might not be signing a mega-deal tomorrow, he’s definitely not a guy the Eagles need to replace. His athletic ability is legit; Steen gets out of his stance super quickly, moves well for his size, and nails combination blocks. Plus, his zone blocking really stands out, especially with what Sean Mannion’s new offense will demand from linemen. That’s a building block, folks.
QB2 Battle: Dalton or McKee for Sean Mannion’s Offense?
The biggest question on everyone’s mind leading up to Saturday night’s game? Who starts at quarterback behind Jalen Hurts. We all know Hurts hasn’t taken snaps in a game like this since a late cheap shot back in 2022, and with Sean Mannion installing a brand-new offense, the Eagles have a decision to make. They’ve been trying to sell us on Andy Dalton and Tanner McKee being “co-QB2s” all offseason, but come on. One of them will start. Nick Sirianni, of course, stayed tight-lipped on Thursday, saying the team was “thinking it through.” Dalton has reportedly seen more second-team snaps, but whoever steps out there first is the QB2, and the other guy is the QB3. This game is massive for those two, because it sets the pecking order and shows who’s really running Mannion’s new system.
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Originally reported by Bleeding Green Nation.
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