The Pittsburgh Steelers boast eight former players participating in Super Bowl LIX, showcasing a mix of talent from their past. Among the notable names are three starters representing the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles. The highly anticipated rematch sees Kansas City pursuing a three-peat while the Eagles aim for redemption after their last encounter. Key players such as Kenny Pickett, who famously took the final knee in the NFC Championship game as a member of the Eagles, highlight the strong connection to the Steelers.

On the Eagles side, offensive linemen Fred Johnson and Le'Raven Clark join punter Braden Mann, all in pursuit of a championship. JuJu Smith-Schuster aims for his second Super Bowl victory with the Chiefs, having previously secured one against the Eagles. Additionally, former Steelers cornerback Steven Nelson remains hopeful for his first ring while on the Chiefs' practice squad. As the teams prepare to clash on February 9 in New Orleans, the impact of the former Steelers will be felt on both sides.

The Philadelphia Eagles achieved a franchise-record-tying 14th victory with a 20-13 win against the New York Giants in their regular-season finale. The game, played in frigid January conditions at Lincoln Financial Field, saw the Eagles rest many starters due to already securing the No. 2 seed in the playoffs. Third-string quarterback Tanner McKee led the Eagles with two touchdown passes, while safety Sydney Brown sealed the win with an interception.

This victory not only highlighted the Eagles' depth but also marked their strong finish to the 14-3 season, preparing them for a wildcard playoff matchup against the Green Bay Packers.

Nick Sirianni faced a tough decision with 3:05 left in a game against the Carolina Panthers, leading 22-16. Instead of sending reliable kicker Jake Elliott onto the field for a potential long field goal, Sirianni opted for a conservative play, reflecting a loss of confidence in his kicker, who has struggled this season.

The Eagles' aggressive identity, established during the Doug Pederson era, seems to be faltering due to Elliott's performance. Despite this, the team managed to secure a ninth straight win and clinch a playoff berth, raising questions about the balance between trust in players and maintaining a competitive edge.

The Philadelphia Eagles secured a hard-fought 22-16 victory over the Carolina Panthers, marking their ninth consecutive win and maintaining a strong lead in the NFC East. The team is now just two wins away from clinching the NFC's No. 2 seed.

Saquon Barkley made history by setting the franchise's single-season rushing record with 1,623 yards, surpassing LeSean McCoy's previous mark. Jalen Hurts contributed significantly, throwing two touchdown passes and adding a rushing touchdown, despite a less-than-stellar passing performance.

Leonard Williams of the Seattle Seahawks has been named the NFC Defensive Player of the Week following an outstanding performance against the New York Jets. He achieved a rare feat by recording multiple sacks, an interception returned for a touchdown, and a blocked field goal in one game.

With this recognition, Williams joins teammate Coby Bryant, who was honored the previous week. His impressive stats over the last two games include 10 tackles and 4.5 sacks, leading to discussions about his potential candidacy for Defensive Player of the Year.