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Inside Eagles' shocking Super Bowl ring downgrade… or upgrade?
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Inside Eagles' shocking Super Bowl ring downgrade… or upgrade?

Originally posted on Inside the Iggles  |  By Gourab Saha  |  Last updated Jul 21, 2025 7:00 AM ET

Forget the Lombardi for a second. The one trophy NFL stans and players crave is that Super Bowl ring. It’s the ultimate symbol, heavier than gold, brighter than stadium lights. Think of Augusta’s green jacket or the Yankee Stadium monuments... but for Philly grit.

This band tells a story, etching sweat and triumph into precious metal. But the tale spun by this year’s bling? It’s got everyone buzzing. Is it a step down or a bold step forward? Well! The answer’s more complex than a fourth-quarter play call.

Revealed Friday night at a glitzy Philly bash, the Eagles' Super Bowl ring commemorating their LIX win features 145 diamonds. Hold up. Their 2018 ring?

That beauty boasted 219 stones. On paper, it looks like a downgrade. However, looks deceive. Owner Jeffrey Lurie insists this design packs deeper meaning. "It's more of a trophy than a classic ring," Lurie explained, emphasizing storytelling over sheer sparkle.

"It’s emblematic of something magical," Lurie added. Every facet whispers a chapter of their historic run. Besides, the 145 diamonds aren't random.

They scream dominance, representing the Eagles' NFL-record 145 playoff points. Crushing the Commanders for 55 in the NFC title game? That’s in there. Dropping 40 on Mahomes’ Chiefs?

Absolutely part of the shine. 10 points in the Super Bowl logo nod to their franchise-best 10-game regular season streak. Eighteen green stones circle the top, shouting their 18 total wins—tying an NFL record. This Super Bowl ring is a stat geek’s dream etched in gemstones.

The Hidden Meanings

Flip it over. Players see Lincoln Financial Field under their diamond-crusted names, a tribute to the roaring Philly faithful. Press a hidden button?

Wings unfold dramatically—a first for any championship ring. Inside lies Sirianni’s unifying mantra: "YOU CAN’T BE GREAT WITHOUT THE GREATNESS OF OTHERS." The 0.9 carats on the wings? That’s the defense’s brutal Super Bowl tally... six sacks and three game-swinging takeaways.

Five diamonds on the button salute Jalen Hurts, A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith, Cooper DeJean, and Jake Elliott—the sole point scorers against KC. Now, peek inside the band.

You've got a Brazilian flag honoring the wild season opener in São Paulo. Underneath sits Sirianni’s core creed: "TOUGH, DETAILED, TOGETHER." Then, the playoff scores and that mighty "145" stamp.

Lurie obsessed over these details, wanting players to feel decades of pride. "What are the statements that you want to make about the team... It’s kind of like, how do you want to be remembered 20 years from now?" he mused. This Super Bowl ring is truly... truly a meticulously crafted time capsule.

So, 145 vs. 219? It’s not less. It’s different.

The 2018 ring screamed underdog triumph with its "Philly Special" diamonds. This 2025 masterpiece roars historic achievement. It trades some pure dazzle for intricate narrative. It celebrates record-breaking offense, stifling defense, and unbreakable unity. And Sirianni’s message?

Literally hidden in the wings, it defines this ring—and perhaps, the Eagles' entire glorious run. It’s not just jewelry; it’s Philadelphia forged in platinum and purpose.


This article first appeared on Inside the Iggles and was syndicated with permission.

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