Eagles Star Rejects Fame, Takes Shot at Dak Prescott: “We’re Built Different in Philly”
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Philadelphia, PA – August 7, 2025
The Eagles-Cowboys rivalry just found its newest ignition point — and this one didn’t come from the field, but from the heart of one of Philly’s most respected stars.
DeVonta Smith, the soft-spoken but relentless wide receiver known for letting his routes do the talking, broke his silence this week in a way that instantly electrified fans across the NFC East. While the league buzzed with contract comparisons and endorsement chatter, Smith cut through the noise with a declaration that wasn’t about money, brands, or billboards — it was about identity.
“I DON’T WANT TO BE LIKE DAK PRESCOTT,” Smith said plainly. “IN PHILLY, IT’S NEVER BEEN ABOUT FAME OR FLASHY DEALS. WE PLAY FOR LEGACY, FOR THIS CITY, AND FOR THE FIGHT THAT DEFINES US. THE MONEY FADES, BUT THE VALUES WE BLEED — GRIT, LOYALTY, BROTHERHOOD — THAT’S FOREVER. THAT’S WHAT IT MEANS TO BE AN EAGLE.”
Coming off a strong 2024 campaign — 1,097 yards, 7 touchdowns, and countless clutch catches — Smith isn’t just producing on paper. He’s producing culture. Signed to a four-year, $75 million extension, Smith didn’t use his payday to chase cameras. He doubled down on Philly, on everything this city demands and rewards.
And that’s why this moment hit harder than a quote—it echoed through every corner of the locker room.
Teammates like A.J. Brown and rising WR Jahan Dotson have echoed that mentality in training camp. There’s a shared tone in the air at the NovaCare Complex this summer: stats are nice, but sacrifice still reigns. Brotherh
While other franchises flash lights, Philly sharpens steel. And Smith, a Heisman winner turned NFL
It’s no wonder the city has wrapped its arms around him. For fans who grew up on Brian Dawkins’ fire and Jason Kelce’s loyalty, Smith feels like a continuation — not a trend.
So when he says, “We’re built different in Philly” — it’s not just a soundbite.
It’s a warning.
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