In a remarkable culmination of their football journeys, former Clemson Tigers standouts have secured Super Bowl rings with the Philadelphia Eagles following their decisive 40-22 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX on February 9, 2025.
Key Contributions from Clemson Alumni:
Will Shipley (Running Back): Selected in the fourth round of the 2024 NFL Draft, Shipley made a significant impact during the NFC Championship Game, where he scored his first NFL touchdown.
Jeremiah Trotter Jr. (Linebacker): Drafted in the fifth round of the 2024 NFL Draft, Trotter Jr. contributed to the Eagles’ defense throughout the season, recording 25 total tackles and 0.5 sacks.
KJ Henry (Defensive End): Initially drafted by the Washington Commanders in 2023, Henry joined the Eagles’ practice squad and was part of the team during their championship run.
The Eagles’ Super Bowl victory was marked by a dominant performance, with quarterback Jalen Hurts leading the offense by throwing for 221 yards and accounting for three touchdowns. The defense also played a crucial role, limiting the Chiefs’ high-powered offense and preventing tight end Travis Kelce from making any receptions during the game.
This championship not only highlights the successful transition of these former Clemson players to the professional level but also underscores the strong football program at Clemson University, which continues to produce NFL-caliber talent contributing significantly on the sport’s biggest stage.