Broad Street turns Kelly green after Eagles crush Commanders, securing Super Bowl berth: ‘This is why you’re an Eagles fan for life’

The Birds will make their fifth Super Bowl appearance in franchise history in a rematch against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Trash trucks used to block traffic around City Hall were quickly overwhelmed by Philadelphia Eagles fans using the vehicles to celebrate their Super Bowl berth. (Cory Sharber/WHYY)

Broad Street turns Kelly green after Eagles crush Commanders, securing Super Bowl berth: ‘This is why you’re an Eagles fan for life’

The Birds will make their fifth Super Bowl appearance in franchise history in a rematch against the Kansas City Chiefs.

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The Philadelphia Eagles are heading to Super Bowl LIX, and fans quickly flooded Broad Street after watching the Birds defeat the Washington Commanders 55-23 in the National Football Conference championship.

For the fifth time in franchise history, the Eagles will play for the Lombardi Trophy, looking to add a second one to their trophy case from when they beat the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LII.

With six Pro Bowlers on the roster, including 2,000-yard rusher Saquon Barkley, the Eagles crushed the competition throughout the season and will face the Kansas City Chiefs, who beat the Buffalo Bills in tonight’s American Football Conference championship.

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Fans descended on Broad Street immediately following the big win and were seen climbing poles, on top of trash trucks and, of course, leading the customary “E-A-G-L-E-S” chant.

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Philadelphia Eagles fans took over Broad Street after the team beat the Washington Commanders, 55-23, to claim the NFC title on Jan. 26, 2025. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
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Philadelphia Eagles fans flocked to Broad Street after the NFC championship and celebrated with some pole climbing in honor of their favorite team. (Cory Sharber/WHYY)
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Trash trucks used to block traffic around City Hall were quickly overwhelmed by Philadelphia Eagles fans using the vehicles to celebrate their Super Bowl berth. (Cory Sharber/WHYY)
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Fireworks were lit to celebrate the Philadelphia Eagles fifth NFC championship victory on Jan. 26, 2025. (Cory Sharber/WHYY)
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Broad Street was packed with Philadelphia Eagles fans after winning their fifth NFC championship win on Jan. 26, 2025. (Cory Sharber/WHYY)
Philadelphia Eagles fans celebrate on South Broad Street in Philadelphia, Sunday Jan. 26, 2025, after the Eagles won the NFC Championship by defeating the Washington Commanders.
Philadelphia Eagles fans celebrate on South Broad Street in Philadelphia, Sunday Jan. 26, 2025, after the Eagles won the NFC Championship by defeating the Washington Commanders. (Joseph Kaczmarek for WHYY)
Philadelphia Eagles fans celebrate on South Broad Street in Philadelphia, Sunday Jan. 26, 2025, after the Eagles won the NFC Championship by defeating the Washington Commanders.
Philadelphia Eagles fans celebrate on South Broad Street in Philadelphia, Sunday Jan. 26, 2025, after the Eagles won the NFC Championship by defeating the Washington Commanders. (Joseph Kaczmarek for WHYY)
Philadelphia Eagles fans celebrate on South Broad Street in Philadelphia, Sunday Jan. 26, 2025, after the Eagles won the NFC Championship by defeating the Washington Commanders.
Philadelphia Eagles fans celebrate on South Broad Street in Philadelphia, Sunday Jan. 26, 2025, after the Eagles won the NFC Championship by defeating the Washington Commanders. (Joseph Kaczmarek for WHYY)
Philadelphia Eagles fans celebrate on South Broad Street in Philadelphia, Sunday Jan. 26, 2025, after the Eagles won the NFC Championship by defeating the Washington Commanders.
Philadelphia Eagles fans celebrate on South Broad Street in Philadelphia, Sunday Jan. 26, 2025, after the Eagles won the NFC Championship by defeating the Washington Commanders. (Joseph Kaczmarek for WHYY)

“We needed this from the get-go from last time we were at the Super Bowl and we lost,” Kaylee Dougherty said. “This is a big win for us. This is meant for us, we’re going to win this.”

Dylan Washington said the city was electric following the win and that he never had a doubt about the team.

“This is why you’re an Eagles fan for life,” Washington said. “There’s a lot of ups and downs, but this is worth it and we’re gonna party and have a good time tonight.”

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fans on a trash truck
Trash trucks used to block traffic around City Hall were quickly overwhelmed by Philadelphia Eagles fans using the vehicles to celebrate their Super Bowl berth. (Cory Sharber/WHYY)
Many fans on top of trash trucks
Trash trucks used to block traffic around City Hall were quickly overwhelmed by Philadelphia Eagles fans using the vehicles to celebrate their Super Bowl berth. (Cory Sharber/WHYY)
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Philadelphia Eagles fans climbed to the top of street lights and bus shelters on Broad Street after the team beat the Washington Commanders for the NFC title on Jan. 26, 2025. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)

Fans packed Lincoln Financial Field throughout the playoff run, including last Sunday’s win over the Los Angeles Rams amid snow showers. Snow collected from the field after that win ended up selling out.

“Die-hard Eagles fan” Morgan Montgomery said she couldn’t wait to pack Broad Street.

“Boys, stay focused, you got this, we’re bringing it home,” Montgomery said. “We’re going to New Orleans and we’re going to bring that trophy back home.”

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The Bird Gang came out in full force for the NFC championship game on Jan. 26, 2025, with generations of fans flocking to tailgates to support the Philadelphia Eagles. (Cory Sharber/WHYY)
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Morgan Montgomery showed off her bling commemorating the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LII back in 2018. (Cory Sharber/WHYY)
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Philadelphia Eagles fans flocked to Lincoln Financial Field for the NFC championship game on Jan. 26, 2025. (Cory Sharber/WHYY)
Eagles fans fly flags
The Bird Gang came out in full force for the NFC championship game on Jan. 26, 2025, with generations of fans flocking to tailgates to support the Philadelphia Eagles. (Cory Sharber/WHYY)

Adrian Morales and Dylan Hernandez traveled from Monterrey, Mexico to witness their first-ever Eagles game. Hernandez said he’s been a fan since the early 2000s, when Donovan McNabb was leading the offense.

“I just fell in love with the story of the underdog, how we are always underestimated and this culture of the ‘hungry dogs run faster’ and ‘the next man up,’” Hernandez said. “I just love the ambience, the energy of this team.”

Morales became an Eagles fan growing up like many others his age: by playing Madden.

“I fell in love with the team the first time I picked up an Xbox controller,” Morales said. “I saw the logo and I immediately knew that was my team. I love the energy, it’s a passionate city. You can tell right away.”

Born and raised in Philadelphia, Montez Cooper has been repping the Eagles before he could walk. He reflected on what it’s been like seeing the team bringing the city together from people yelling “Go Birds” to seeing the city’s skyline lit up in Kelly green.

“This city, despite all the stuff that goes on … We still come together in the city,” Cooper said. “When it comes down to Eagles fans, we rock out.”

Super Bowl LIX takes place Sunday, Feb. 9 in New Orleans at Caesars Superdome at 6:30 p.m. ET. It will be televised nationally on Fox. Kendrick Lamar will perform during the halftime show.

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