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They were the first No. 1 seed in NFL history to enter the playoffs as an underdog. Their star quarterback was out with a season-ending knee injury. Five-time Super Bowl champions the New England Patriots towered over them. But public opinion didn't matter to the Philadelphia Eagles. They believed in each other. The band of Christian brothers on the team believed in the God of the impossible, and they played for an audience of One.
The most extensive book to explore the Christian faith shared by many of the team's players, Birds of Pray details the incredible inside story behind the Eagles' capture of the biggest prize in professional sports: the Vince Lombardi Trophy. Through exclusive interviews with the players, Philly native and Associated Press sportswriter Rob Maaddi reveals a side of the team the world has yet to fully witness.
Birds of Pray follows the deep faith shared among players, the high stakes they faced together, and their relentless reliance on Christ who gives all strength in moments of crisis and celebration alike. The result is a boldly inspiring, entertaining read that will challenge readers to go deeper in their faith, dream bigger, and live with renewed courage for whatever odds life stacks against them.
“Birds of Pray,” available now online and in stores, depicts the ebbs and flows of the Eagles‘ triumphant 2017 season with a focus on the Christian faith of many of their key players, such as quarterbacks Carson Wentz and Nick Foles, tight end Zach Ertz and safety Malcolm Jenkins."
- The Washington Times
"In Birds of Pray, Rob Maaddi captures the story of our brotherhood and the special bond we have in Christ that helped us become Super Bowl champions."
Carson Wentz
Philadelphia Eagles Pro Bowl Quarterback
“We wanted to win the Super Bowl. But we also knew making disciples of Jesus is our number one priority. Rob was there to see and hear that. From the pre-game huddles to baptisms in the cold tub and all the moments in between, this book tells you those stories.”
Zach Ertz
Philadelphia Eagles Pro Bowl
Tight-End
“Our team faced tremendous odds last year and yet we overcame and went on to capture the Super Bowl title. The world knows the headline, but this book tells the inside story from someone — a fellow brother in Christ — who was with us the whole time. Don't miss it.”
Jordin Hicks
Former Philadelphia Eagles
Linebacker
“If you’re a football fan you likely know the story of the 2017 Philadelphia Eagles on the field. Winning the Super Bowl was a tremendous accomplishment but it is only half the story. Birds of Pray will give you a look at what really made the Eagles special—the tremendous spiritual bond they developed through Jesus Christ.”
Tony Dungy
Head Coach - Superbowl Champion
Indianapolis Colts