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Philadelphia Eagles Legend Signs One-Day Deal to Assist Coaching Staff for Super Bowl Rematch vs. Chiefs

Philadelphia, PA – September 13, 2025
The Philadelphia Eagles have announced a one-day contract with Hall of Fame safety Brian Dawkins, bringing the franchise icon back in a supporting coaching role with the defensive staff for their Week 2 Super Bowl rematch against the Kansas City Chiefs.

This move comes at a pivotal moment. The Eagles are riding high after their emotional Week 1 victory over the Dallas Cowboys, but they now face Patrick Mahomes and the defending champions in a matchup that carries championship-level intensity. The defense, while resilient, has dealt with key injuries in the secondary and continues to adjust with several young starters stepping into bigger roles.

Dawkins, nicknamed “Weapon X,” is one of the most feared and respected safeties in NFL history. A nine-time Pro Bowler and the spiritual heartbeat of Philadelphia’s defense in the early 2000s, he brings unmatched energy, leadership, and technical expertise. His role will be to mentor the defensive backs and linebackers, sharpen their fundamentals, and remind them what it means to embody the Eagles’ relentless edge as they prepare to face Mahomes, Travis Kelce, and one of the league’s most dangerous offenses.

Head coach Nick Sirianni praised Dawkins’ return, saying:

“Brian was the soul of this franchise. His energy is contagious — when he speaks, guys listen. Bringing him back for this moment, right before a rematch with Kansas City, gives our team that extra fire we need.”

For Eagles fans, seeing Dawkins back on the sideline is more than a celebration of the past — it’s a statement about the present. The 51-year-old legend, forever cherished in Philadelphia, represents passion, toughness, and unity. His journey from draft pick to Hall of Fame leader has never truly ended, and on Sunday night under the lights, it will continue in a powerful new chapter — one that feels every bit like Philly football.

Raiders Reunite with a Former Starter to Fortify the Offensive Line
Las Vegas, NV   The Las Vegas Raiders have brought back a familiar face in a move that screams both urgency and savvy: versatile offensive lineman Jermaine Eluemunor is returning to the Silver & Black on a one-year deal (terms not disclosed), reuniting with the franchise where he logged some of the best football of his career and immediately fortifying a position group that has been stretched thin. Eluemunor, 31, started for the Raiders from 2021–2023, showing rare position flexibility across right tackle and guard while anchoring pass protection against premier edge rushers. His technique, anchor, and ability to handle long-arm power made him a steadying force during multiple playoff pushes. After departing Vegas, Eluemunor spent time elsewhere refining his craft, but a confluence of roster needs and scheme familiarity has set the stage for a timely homecoming. For the Raiders—fighting to keep pace in a rugged AFC—this is about stability and fit. Injuries and week-to-week availability on the right side of the line have forced constant shuffling; protection packages have leaned heavily on chips and condensed splits to survive obvious passing downs. Eluemunor’s return allows the staff to plug him at RT or slide him inside at RG, restoring balance to protections and widening the run-game menu (duo, inside zone, and the toss/ pin-pull that Vegas fans love when the edge is sealed). “Jermaine knows who we are and how we want to play,” a team source said. “He brings ballast. Assignment sound, physical, and smart—he raises the floor for the entire unit.” Beyond the X’s and O’s, there’s an unmistakable emotional charge to this reunion. Eluemunor was a locker-room favorite in his previous stint—professional, detail-driven, and accountable. The belief internally is that his presence stabilizes communication on the right side (IDs, slides, and pass-off rules vs. games and simulated pressures), which in turn unlocks more vertical concepts and keeps the quarterback cleaner late in games. On social media, Raider Nation lit up the timeline with a simple refrain: “Welcome back, Jem.” Many fans called the deal the exact kind of “rival-poach, ready-to-play” move a contender makes in October: low friction, high impact, zero learning curve. What it means on the field (immediately): Pass pro: Fewer emergency chips, more five-out releases—OC can re-open deeper intermediate shots without living in max-protect. Run game: Better edge control on toss/duo; more confidence running to the right on money downs. Depth & versatility: One injury doesn’t force a cascade of position changes; Eluemunor can cover two spots with starting-level competency. The timetable? Swift. Because Eluemunor already speaks the language—terminology, splits, cadence rules—he could suit up as early as this weekend if the medicals/check-ins continue to trend positive. The message is clear: the Raiders aren’t waiting around for the line to gel—they’re engineering it. If Jermaine Eluemunor plays to his Raider résumé, this reunion could be the precise mid-season jolt that steadies the offense and keeps the Silver & Black firmly in the postseason race. Raider Nation, the question writes itself: Plug-and-play stopgap—or the catalyst that reclaims the right side