Staff Reports
The Philadelphia Eagles have reportedly decided to snub Donald Trump, refusing to make the trip to the White House. Hypothetically speaking, they’ll be missing out on the kind of gathering that brings America together—just like the American flag, cherry pie, and the guy who yells at the TV during football games.
The NFL once had a unique ability to unite America, with football serving as a common ground for fans across the political spectrum. However, that all changed thanks to players like Colin Kaepernick, who made it their mission to turn the national anthem into a platform for their grievances. He decided to kneel during the anthem, making it a personal protest that few realized would alienate millions of fans. Kaepernick’s antics were a not-so-subtle effort to convince everyone that America was a racist hellhole where the only solution involved casting off the very symbols of unity the fans cherished.
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The damage was undeniable. NFL ratings took a gigantic hit as fans opted to spend their Sundays doing literally anything else, perhaps even washing their cars or getting to know their neighbors. The average NFL fan, mainly older males with a conservative streak, found themselves increasingly disgusted. One survey showed a staggering 32 percent of these loyal viewership stalwarts tuned out when players kneeled for the anthem. They’d rather listen to the sound of silence than the sound of player protests.
Fast forward to today’s Eagles and the situation is as baffling as it is predictable. After winning the Super Bowl, they’re now snubbing an invitation to the White House, traditionally a nonpartisan celebration of their achievement. An unnamed player noted the team’s commitment to “equal rights” and their staunch refusal to forget the backlash they received for protesting against “racism.” Ironically, they hail from Pennsylvania, a state that just so happens to have voted for Trump, but the Eagles seem oblivious to that detail.
The White House has yet to officially invite the Eagles to the party, but that should come as no surprise. One can only imagine the exasperation of the Trump administration, knowing they’ll have to send an invitation to a team more interested in virtue signaling than celebrating their victory. As a result, they appear set on repeating their previous snub of the White House that stirred controversy three years ago. Politico noted that Megyn Kelly and others have speculated that this ongoing saga isn’t just a simple refusal; it’s a lasting declaration of their own self-righteousness.
In the end, the Eagles are choosing to ignore the significance of this invitation, echoing that old adage about biting the hand that feeds. With protests in the stadium and a refusal to acknowledge a traditional celebration, they are choosing spectacle over substance, creating a divide in a world that could use a little more unity. The Eagles may score points in the locker room, but it looks like they’ll be fumbling this opportunity to connect with the American spirit.
