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Names to know for Super Bowl LII
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Names to know for Super Bowl LII

Super Bowl LII is set to be another epic matchup with the top seeds from the AFC and NFC squaring off. Here's a rundown of the names to know from the Patriots and Eagles.

 
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Robert Kraft

Robert Kraft
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Kraft purchased the Patriots in 1994 and has led the team to unprecedented success since then. The organization has won five Super Bowls and nine AFC Championships in that time.

 
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Jeffrey Lurie

Jeffrey Lurie
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Lurie purchased the Philadelphia Eagles franchise in 1994. The team will be appearing in its second Super Bowl during his tenure.

 
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Bill Belichick

Bill Belichick
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Arguably the greatest head coach in NFL history, Belichick's Patriots are going for their sixth Super Bowl win since he took the job in 2000. He also won two Super Bowls as a defensive coordinator with the Giants.

 
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Doug Pederson

Doug Pederson
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Pederson is only in his second season as an NFL head coach. He earned a Super Bowl ring as a backup quarterback with the Packers and was the Kansas City Chiefs' offensive coordinator prior to taking the Eagles job.

 
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Josh McDaniels

Josh McDaniels
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The former head coach of the Denver Broncos, McDaniels has been an assistant for all five of New England's Super Bowl wins. He was the team's offensive coordinator from 2006-08 and rejoined the Patriots in 2012.

 
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Frank Reich

Frank Reich
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Reich is in his second year as the Eagles' offensive coordinator after filling the same role for two years with the Chargers. He's infamous for orchestrating a record playoff comeback as quarterback of the Bills in 1992.

 
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Matt Patricia

Matt Patricia
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Patricia has been the defensive coordinator of the Patriots since 2012 and has won three Super Bowls as an assistant. He will likely take over as the Lions head coach following the Super Bowl.

 
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Jim Schwartz

Jim Schwartz
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Schwartz is in his second year as defensive coordinator of the Eagles. He was previously head coach of the Lions from 2009-13 and has also coordinated defenses with the Titans and Bills.

 
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Tom Brady

Tom Brady
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Brady will likely go down as the greatest quarterback in NFL history when he retires and is now going for his sixth Super Bowl ring. The two-time MVP is fourth all time in pass yards and third all time in passing touchdowns.

 
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Nick Foles

Nick Foles
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Foles took over for injured starting quarterback Carson Wentz late in the season, going 2-1 as a starter over the last three games and winning two playoff games. He was previously the Eagles' starting quarterback for parts of three seasons from 2012-14 before getting traded to the Rams. He also spent one season in Kansas City.

 
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Dion Lewis

Dion Lewis
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Lewis performs double duty as the Patriots' running back and kick returner. He finished the regular season with 896 rushing yards and 214 receiving yards with 10 total touchdowns.

 
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Jay Ajayi

Jay Ajayi
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Acquired from the Dolphins during the season, Ajayi averaged 5.8 yards per carry in seven regular-season games with the Eagles. He had 1,272 rushing yards last season and 873 rushing yards between Miami and Philly this year.

 
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James White

James White
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White was the star of last year's Super Bowl, scoring three touchdowns, including the game winner. The versatile running back finished this season with 600 yards from scrimmage in 14 games.

 
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LeGarrette Blount

LeGarrette Blount
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Blount is a two-time Super Bowl champion in New England, now playing for the Eagles. He led the NFL with 18 rushing touchdowns with the Patriots last year and finished 2017 with 766 rushing yards and two scores on the ground.

 
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Rex Burkhead

Rex Burkhead
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Burkhead played only 10 regular-season games due to injury but has been New England's primary ball carrier at times this season. He had 518 yards from scrimmage and eight touchdowns during the regular season.

 
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Corey Clement

Corey Clement
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An undrafted rookie, Clement often serves as Philadelphia's third-down back. He had 444 yards from scrimmage and six scores during the regular season.

 
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Brandin Cooks

Brandin Cooks
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Acquired from New Orleans in the offseason, Cooks became New England's No. 1 wideout this year. He had 65 receptions for 1,082 yards and seven scores this season.

 
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Alshon Jeffery

Alshon Jeffery
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Jeffery signed as a free agent with the Eagles in the offseason and recently signed a contract extension. He finished the regular season with 57 receptions for 789 yards and nine touchdowns. 

 
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Chris Hogan

Chris Hogan
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Hogan played only nine regular-season games due to injury but was very productive with 34 receptions for 439 yards and five touchdowns. He has three receptions and one score during the playoffs.

 
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Nelson Agholor

Nelson Agholor
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A former first-round pick, Agholor is having a breakout year in his third NFL season for the Eagles. He finished the regular season with 62 receptions for 768 yards and eight touchdowns.

 
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Danny Amendola

Danny Amendola
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Amendola had a strong year stepping up for the injured Julian Edelman and Chris Hogan, finishing with 61 receptions for 659 yards and two scores while also serving as the Patriots' punt returner. He's been on fire during the playoffs with 18 receptions for 196 yards and two touchdowns in two games.

 
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Torrey Smith

Torrey Smith
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Smith came over from San Francisco in the offseason. He had 36 receptions for 430 yards and two scores during the regular season.

 
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Rob Gronkowski

Rob Gronkowski
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New England's imposing tight end had another great year with 69 receptions for 1,084 yards and eight touchdowns. He suffered a concussion during the AFC Championship but is likely to be ready for the Super Bowl.

 
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Zach Ertz

Zach Ertz
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Now in his fifth season, Ertz had a career year with the Eagles. He finished the regular season with 74 receptions for 824 yards and eight touchdowns in 14 games.

 
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Nate Solder

Nate Solder
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Now in his seventh season, Solder is key to the Patriots' offensive line, protecting Tom Brady's blindside at left tackle.

 
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Jason Kelce

Jason Kelce
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Kelce was named an All-Pro at center this season for Philadelphia. The athletic lineman is a two-time Pro Bowler and the older brother of Chiefs star tight end Travis Kelce.

 
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Shaq Mason

Shaq Mason
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Now in his third season, Mason has started all three of his NFL seasons at guard for the Patriots. 

 
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Lane Johnson

Lane Johnson
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A dominant right tackle for the Eagles, Johnson was an All-Pro this season. He made highlights after winning the NFC Divisional Round by wearing a dog mask after the game to show the Eagles' playoff status as underdogs.

 
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Lawrence Guy

Lawrence Guy
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Guy joined the Patriots this season and started 15 games. The defensive end finished the season with 58 tackles and one sack.

 
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Vinny Curry

Vinny Curry
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Curry is in his sixth season with the Eagles but his first as a starter. He had 42 tackles and three sacks during the regular season.

 
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Malcom Brown

Malcom Brown
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Brown had 2.5 sacks during the regular season for New England. The defensive tackle's status is up in the air for the Super Bowl due to a foot injury.

 
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Timmy Jernigan

Timmy Jernigan
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Acquired from Baltimore in the offseason, Jernigan had 29 tackles and 2.5 sacks during the regular season for Philly.

 
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Trey Flowers

Trey Flowers
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Flowers was a very productive pass rusher for the second straight year with 62 tackles and 6.5 sacks in 14 games. He also has a sack during the playoffs.

 
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Fletcher Cox

Fletcher Cox
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Cox is one of the highest-paid defensive players in football and made his third straight Pro Bowl this year. He finished the regular season with 5.5 sacks at defensive tackle for Philly.

 
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Kyle Van Noy

Kyle Van Noy
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Van Noy worked his way into becoming a key part of the New England defense at linebacker this season. He had 73 tackles and 5.5 sacks in only 13 games.

 
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Brandon Graham

Brandon Graham
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Graham was Philadelphia's top-performing pass rusher this season with 47 tackles and 9.5 sacks. He's in his eighth year with the team.

 
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Elandon Roberts

Elandon Roberts
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Roberts has stepped into a key role in his second season with New England. The linebacker has 67 tackles and two sacks.

 
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Derek Barnett

Derek Barnett
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A rookie pass-rushing specialist for the Eagles, Barnett had five sacks during the regular season and a sack during the NFC Championship. He was selected 14th overall in the draft out of Tennessee.

 
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James Harrison

James Harrison
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A former Defensive Player of the Year with Pittsburgh, Harrison signed with the Patriots late in the season. He plays sporadically as a pass-rushing specialist and had three sacks in six games during the regular season between Pittsburgh and New England.

 
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Chris Long

Chris Long
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Long won Super Bowl LI with the Patriots last year and has a chance to win another Super Bowl with the Eagles. He's served as a situational pass rusher this year and had five sacks during the regular season.

 
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Marquis Flowers

Marquis Flowers
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Flowers is in his third NFL season and has been a solid pass rusher for the Pats as a reserve. He had 3.5 sacks during the regular season and one during the playoffs.

 
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Mychal Kendricks

Mychal Kendricks
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Kendricks is in his sixth season with the Eagles and had one of his best seasons in 2017. He finished with 73 tackles and two sacks.

 
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Stephon Gilmore

Stephon Gilmore
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A big-ticket addition for the Patriots in the offseason, Gilmore played his best late in the year. He had two interceptions during the regular season and made a key play to seal victory vs. Jacksonville in the AFC Championship.

 
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Nigel Bradham

Nigel Bradham
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Bradham was one of Philadelphia's leading tacklers during the regular season with 88 tackles and one sack. He also has one sack during the playoffs.

 
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Malcolm Butler

Malcolm Butler
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The hero of Super Bowl XLIX, Butler is in his fourth season. He had two interceptions during the regular season for the Pats.

 
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Jalen Mills

Jalen Mills
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Mills is in his second NFL season with Philadelphia. The cornerback had three interceptions during the regular season, including a pick-six.

 
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Patrick Chung

Patrick Chung
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Chung had a very productive season at safety in New England. The veteran finished with 78 tackles and one interception.

 
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Ronald Darby

Ronald Darby
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Darby was acquired by the Eagles from Buffalo before the season. He only played eight regular-season games due to injury but had three interceptions.

 
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Devin McCourty

Devin McCourty
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A two-time Pro Bowler, McCourty is in his eighth season with the Patriots. He had 94 tackles and one interception during the regular season at safety.

 
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Rodney McLeod

Rodney McLeod
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Now in his second season with the Eagles, McLeod had 50 tackles and three interceptions in 14 games this year at safety. He also has one sack during the playoffs.

 
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Matthew Slater

Matthew Slater
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A premier special teams contributor for the Patriots since 2008, Slater was named to his seventh Pro Bowl this year. He's also the son of Hall of Fame offensive lineman Jackie Slater.

 
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Malcolm Jenkins

Malcolm Jenkins
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A key player in the Philadelphia secondary, Jenkins had 69 tackles and two interceptions to make his second Pro Bowl in three years. He also won a Super Bowl earlier in his career with the Saints.

 
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Kenjon Barner

Kenjon Barner
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A running back by trade, Barner serves as Philadelphia's primary kick and punt returner. He's now in his third season with the team.

 
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Stephen Gostkowski

Stephen Gostkowski
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Gostkowski had another spectacular season as New England's kicker, making 37-of-40 field goals. He's a two-time All-Pro and has won two Super Bowls with the team.

 
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Jake Elliott

Jake Elliott
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A rookie kicker, Elliott has had a strong year with the Eagles. He made 26-of-31 field goals, including a 61-yard game-winner early in the season. He's 4-of-4 on field goal attempts during the playoffs.

Seth Trachtman is a fantasy sports expert and diehard Kansas City Chiefs fan. He doesn't often Tweet, but when he does, you can find him on Twitter @sethroto.

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