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Philadelphia Eagles News / 5 GOATs / January 19

Eagles flag carrier brings viral book ‘Inner Excellence’ out during national anthem

Jim Murphy’s book, “Inner Excellence” has taken the Philadelphia Eagles’ fan base and the Amazon best seller charts, by storm. Ever since AJ Brown was caught reading the book on the sidelines of the Eagles’ Wild Card matchup against the Green Bay Packers, the popularity of the book has skyrocketed via social media and much of the internet.

Philadelphia Eagles News / CBSSports.com / January 19

Eagles vs. Rams: 'Inner Excellence' author Jim Murphy in attendance at game, A.J. Brown holds copy in stadium

Murphy and Brown met over the past week

NFL News / Eagles Wire / January 19

'Inner Excellence' author Jim Murphy to be in attendence for Eagles vs. Rams

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown and Jim Murphy, the author of “Inner Excellence,” met after the wide receiver went viral for reading Murphy’s book on the sideline of a playoff game.

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NFL News / Athlon Sports / January 18

Eagles Reveal Special Guest in Practice Ahead of Rams

The Philadelphia Eagles are taking a unique approach to preparation for their NFC Divisional Round game against the Los Angeles Rams, enlisting the help of Jim Murphy, author of Inner Excellence, to inspire the team ahead of their biggest game of the season.

MLB News / Sporting News / January 18

A.J. Brown book details: How Jim Murphy's 'Inner Excellence' became Amazon best-seller after NFL shoutout

Let's take a closer look at the book A.J. Brown was reading on the sidelines.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Bleacher Report / January 17

Eagles Visited By 'Inner Excellence' Author Jim Murphy After Viral A.J. Brown Video

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown and Jim Murphy, the author of "Inner Excellence," met after the wide receiver went viral for reading Murphy's…

Philadelphia Eagles News / Sporting News / January 15

'Inner Excellence' author Jim Murphy talked to A.J. Brown after viral moment on Eagles sidelines

Jim Murphy reflects on the attention he's received from A.J. Brown's endorsement of his book and the relationship between the two.

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