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Eagles Owners Announces a One-Minute Moment of Silence in the Game vs. Chief to Honor the Late Charlie Kirk - Who Was Assassinated at a Community Event

Philadelphia, PA- September 11, 2025
The Philadelphia Eagles will join with the Kansas City Chiefs in observing a one-minute moment of silence before Sunday’s game at Arrowhead Stadium to honor Charlie Kirk, the conservative activist who was tragically assassinated during a community event, team officials confirmed.

“Violence has no place in our society or our game,” the Eagles’ ownership group said in a joint statement. “On Sunday, before the game begins, we invite all fans, players, and coaches to stand together for one minute of silence to honor Charlie Kirk, extend our deepest condolences to his family, and reaffirm our shared commitment to respect and humanity.”

The observance will take place during the pregame window — either immediately following player introductions or before the national anthem — in coordination with the Chiefs organization, stadium operations, and NFL Game Operations. Stadium music will be paused and lighting softened as both teams and the officiating crew line the sidelines for 60 seconds of silence.

Videoboards inside Arrowhead will display the messages: “IN MEMORY OF CHARLIE KIRK — 1993–2025” and “PAUSE. REMEMBER. STAND TOGETHER.” A public-address announcement will invite fans: “Ladies and gentlemen, please rise and join us in a one-minute moment of silence in memory of Charlie Kirk. As we pause, we honor his life and stand united against violence of any kind.”

Ahead of kickoff, the Eagles’ official social media accounts plan to post: “Before Sunday’s game vs. the Kansas City Chiefs, we will observe a one-minute moment of silence in memory of Charlie Kirk. We stand with his family and loved ones, and we stand together against violence of any kind. #FlyEaglesFly.” The Chiefs are also expected to echo support for the tribute across their platforms.

Kirk, 31, was the founder and CEO of Turning Point USA and a nationally recognized voice in conservative media and youth organizing. His sudden death has prompted tributes across the political spectrum and renewed calls to reject violence in public life.

For the Eagles, Sunday’s moment of silence is meant to rise above sport and politics — a chance for two fan bases and the NFL community at large to stand together in solemn remembrance before the game begins.

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