Eagles Super Bowl Trophy Presentation Sparks Controversy

The Philadelphia Eagles secured their second Super Bowl title with a dominant 40-22 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl 59. However, while the Eagles’ performance on the field was commanding, the postgame trophy presentation was anything but smooth, drawing criticism from fans and analysts alike.

A Confusing Start to the Presentation

The issues began when the broadcast cameras transitioned from the studio crew to Commissioner Roger Goodell, who was set to present the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, the audio feed remained with the studio crew, leading to an awkward hot mic moment where an apparent argument was unintentionally broadcast while Goodell spoke—without his words being heard by viewers.

Terry Bradshaw’s Awkward Moments

Longtime Fox analyst Terry Bradshaw, who was tasked with interviewing Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie, added to the uncomfortable scene. When Lurie reached for the microphone, Bradshaw jokingly (but awkwardly) said, “I’m not gonna turn loose of this mic,” which left some fans questioning the interaction.

Bradshaw also drew scrutiny for casually revealing that Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts had been named Super Bowl MVP before the official announcement had been properly highlighted on the broadcast.

Concerns Over Bradshaw’s Shaking Hand

Some viewers also noticed Bradshaw’s hand visibly shaking during the presentation. While the Hall of Famer has spoken publicly about his past health struggles, there has been no confirmation that his shaking is linked to any known condition.

Bradshaw, 76, has previously addressed his future in broadcasting, noting that he plans to stay at Fox for two more years, with a potential retirement at 80 when Fox hosts another Super Bowl.

Fan Backlash Over the Mishap

The series of blunders—from the audio issues to Bradshaw’s moments on stage—led to an outpouring of frustration from fans, who took to social media to criticize Fox’s handling of the presentation. Given the Super Bowl’s massive audience, the missteps stood out in an otherwise historic night for the Eagles.