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Eagles legend Zach Ertz just recounted the story that brought tears to Philly's eyes

Zach Ertz — the man who once made all of Philadelphia erupt in joy — just stirred the hearts of Eagles fans once again. In a recent off-camera interview, Ertz reflected on the day he officially left the team back in 2021. “I didn’t leave because I wanted to,” he said quietly. “My heart is still in Philly.” It was a simple line, but one that instantly hit home for anyone who ever wore midnight green or cheered for number 86 from the stands.

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Every Eagles fan remembers that magical 2017 season, when Ertz caught the game-winning touchdown in Super Bowl LII — sealing the franchise’s first-ever Lombardi Trophy. Over his 8-year run with the team, he built a legacy: more than 6,000 receiving yards, 38 touchdowns, and a relentless drive that embodied the spirit of Philadelphia. In 2018, he set an NFL record with 116 receptions in a single season by a tight end — proving not just his skill, but his consistency.

The day he said goodbye, it wasn’t just the locker room that felt the loss — it was the whole city. Ertz broke down in tears during his farewell press conference, telling reporters, “I gave everything I had. I love Philly.” Fans flooded social media with tributes, calling him a true Eagle forever. One tweet summed it up perfectly: “Nobody wears 86 like Zach.”

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After leaving the Eagles, Ertz went on to join the Arizona Cardinals, and most recently signed with the Detroit Lions in a backup role. While he may no longer be in his prime, his leadership and respect around the league remain unmatched. Ertz has never hidden his love for Philly, either. “I’ll come back any time Philly calls,” he once said — and you believe him.

Some players leave without a sound. Others leave behind stats. But Zach Ertz left behind history — and a piece of his soul in the city that raised him into a champion. Once an Eagle, always an Eagle. And if you ever screamed with joy when he scored that Super Bowl touchdown, odds are… you’re feeling a little emotional right now too.

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Packers' Star QB Refuses MVP Title to Fully Focus on Team in Tough Phase
Can you believe it? Jordan Love, the "red-hot" quarterback of the Green Bay Packers, is on track to compete for MVP with +1000 odds at DraftKings – but this guy is "refusing" personal glory to pour all his energy into the team struggling with a "hellish" schedule! Is this a heroic act or just a ploy? Read now to uncover the "truth" behind it! In the Super Bowl era, the Packers have produced three MVP legends: Bart Starr (1966), Brett Favre (1995-1997), and Aaron Rodgers (2011, 2014, 2020, 2021). Now, Jordan Love has a chance to become the fourth, putting the Packers on par with the Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts – the only team with four QB MVPs like Johnny Unitas, Earl Morrall, Bert Jones, and Peyton Manning. With his current "explosive" form, Love ranks fourth in the NFL for passer rating (105.4), tied for fifth in touchdown passes (22), with only four interceptions – the fewest among QBs starting all 13 games, and a 67.1% completion rate ranking seventh. But instead of "dreaming" of MVP, Love seems to be "rejecting" it! In a recent interview, he emphasized: "These are the most important games of the season, obviously with a lot of things coming down to playoff seeding and the division race, so this is the important football. I think it’s everybody, we keep stacking and keep getting better and better throughout the season and learn from the mistakes we make and overcome some of the obstacles. Just keep stacking and trying to find ways to get better every day is something that’s been helping us." These words are like a clear "declaration": Love doesn't care about MVP, but only wants to focus on the team in its "tough phase" with a 9-3-1 record, trailing the Rams (10-3) in the NFC. Head coach Matt LaFleur also "sings along": "Yeah, he’s playing really good football right now. That’s obviously important and it’s going to be important moving forward." And offensive coordinator Adam Stenavich praises the consistency: "I would say just the consistency that he’s had has been great... Just being a consistent, efficient quarterback is one thing that I’ve been really pleased with." But it's Packers defensive end Micah Parsons who "reveals" why Love deserves but is "overlooking" MVP: "I definitely think he deserves recognition... If you go off strength of schedule, how he's played and with him missing half his receivers, I think that goes unnoticed, too. Some of the things he did without (Christian Watson) early in the year, then (Jayden Reed), so this guy was missing two of his starting receivers majority of the year and they're just now getting back in these last eight weeks of the stretch, so I definitely think he deserves a lot more credit and I'm just happy I'm able to be a part of this journey with him." Currently, Matthew Stafford of the Rams leads the MVP race with -180 odds, 35 touchdown passes (far ahead of Dak Prescott with 26), passer rating 113.1, and only four interceptions. Drake Maye of the Patriots follows with +200, passer rating 111.9, 3,412 passing yards, and 23 touchdowns. Love, with a four-game winning streak (nine touchdowns, one interception, passer rating 112.1), could stage a comeback if he maintains "red-hot form" – especially in the upcoming two "epic" games: away at Denver (11-2) and Chicago (9-4). If the Packers leap to the NFC's No. 1 seed (likely needing a 4-0 finish), while the Rams stumble against Detroit (8-5) and Seattle (10-3), or the Patriots slip against Buffalo (9-4) and Baltimore (6-7), Love would have a shot at MVP. But with his "humble" attitude, does Love really want to "accept" that title? Or is he sacrificing personally to save the Packers from the "tough phase"? The 2025 NFL drama is "hotter than ever"! Do you think Love is "playing a trick" to motivate the team? Comment now and follow for the "shocking" outcome of the MVP race!