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With the Philadelphia Eagles days away from competing in the Super Bowl, the city is buzzing with excitement. But while football is the center of attention, a legendary Eagles player is now making waves in the baseball card world, bringing Philadelphia Phillies fans into the conversation.
Few cities embody sports passion like Philadelphia. Whether their teams are dominating the national stage, struggling at the bottom of the standings, or suffering gut-wrenching playoff losses, Philly fans remain as loyal—and intense—as ever. Their reputation may not always sit well with outsiders, but they wear it as a badge of honor.
Right now, all eyes are on the Eagles as they prepare to face Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX. Football is at the forefront, but a recent Topps collaboration featuring an Eagles icon may have Phillies fans turning their attention to the upcoming MLB season.
Jason Kelce, the former Eagles All-Pro center, has earned legendary status in Philadelphia—and now he’s making his mark in the baseball card hobby. In 2025 Topps Series 1, Kelce will have an official autographed Phillies baseball card, further cementing his place in Philly sports culture.
Kelce’s love for the city and its sports teams is undeniable. While he was born in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, he became a true Philadelphian during his 13-year career with the Eagles. Drafted in the sixth round of the 2011 NFL Draft, he built a Hall of Fame-worthy résumé, including:
Though he built his career on the football field, Kelce has always been deeply connected to the Phillies. Whether it’s traveling to Clearwater for spring training, appearing in PhanaVision videos to pump up the crowd, or chugging beers with his brother, Travis, at Citizens Bank Park during playoff games, his love for the Phillies is no secret. His wife, Kylie Kelce, is also a devoted Phillies fan, further strengthening his ties to the team.
Kelce officially announced his retirement after the 2023 NFL season, meaning he won’t be on the field for this year’s Super Bowl. However, there’s no doubt he’ll be passionately supporting his former teammates—much to the dismay of his brother, Travis Kelce, who will be on the opposite sideline with the Chiefs.
Now, as Phillies fans gear up for a new MLB season, they have an unexpected addition to their card collections—an official Jason Kelce autographed baseball card in 2025 Topps Series 1. It’s a fitting tribute to a Philadelphia icon who has left a lasting impact across multiple sports in the city.
