Eagles rookie, celebrating his 22nd birthday, records pick-6 in Super Bowl LIX for first NFL interception
Cooper DeJean, the rookie cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles, celebrated his 22nd birthday in style during the Super Bowl on Sunday. Known for his impressive skills in the Eagles secondary, DeJean made a memorable play in the second quarter that showcased his talent.
On a crucial 3rd-and-16 play, DeJean intercepted a pass from Patrick Mahomes intended for DeAndre Hopkins. With a burst of speed and some key blocks from his teammates, DeJean returned the interception for a touchdown, giving the Eagles a 17-0 lead. This play not only extended the Eagles’ lead but also marked DeJean’s first interception in his NFL career.
Drafted in the second round out of Iowa, DeJean has quickly made a name for himself in the league. With accolades such as being named to the Big Ten’s First Team and earning the conference’s defensive back of the year title in 2023, DeJean has proven himself to be a valuable asset to the Eagles defense. In the regular season, he recorded 51 tackles, one forced fumble, three recoveries, and six pass breakups.
The interception returned for a touchdown by DeJean added to the Eagles’ strong defensive showing in the first half of the Super Bowl. The team managed to keep the high-powered Chiefs offense at bay, holding them to a 17-point deficit, the largest Kansas City has faced since their loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers four years ago.
Teams have historically had success in the Super Bowl after scoring a touchdown off an interception, with a 12-1 record in such situations. The lone loss came at the hands of the Atlanta Falcons in Super Bowl LI, where they infamously blew a 28-3 lead to the New England Patriots.
As the game progresses, all eyes will be on DeJean and the Eagles defense to maintain their strong performance and secure a victory in the Super Bowl. Fans can catch all the action on Tubi, where the game is being streamed for free. Make sure to follow Fox News Digital for the latest updates on sports coverage and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter for more exclusive content.
