In a historic Super Bowl moment, Cooper DeJean intercepts Patrick Mahomes for a pick-six, making him the first player to score on his birthday.
Cooper DeJean had a birthday to remember, becoming the first player in Super Bowl history to record an interception or score a touchdown on his birthday.
The 22-year-old cornerback made a game-changing play in the second quarter, picking off a poorly thrown pass by Patrick Mahomes and returning it 38 yards for a touchdown, giving the Eagles a commanding 17-0 lead over the Chiefs.
It was also a milestone day for Saquon Barkley, who turned 28 and set the single-season record for combined rushing yards in the regular season and playoffs. However, it was DeJean’s pick-six that stole the spotlight.
A historic Super Bowl moment
DeJean undercut DeAndre Hopkins' route, intercepting Mahomes and racing into the end zone for the first Super Bowl pick-six since Robert Alford’s interception return for the Falcons against Tom Brady’s Patriots eight years ago. That game saw Atlanta blow a 28-3 lead, but history was on DeJean’s side—teams with a Super Bowl pick-six are now 13-1 all-time, with Tampa Bay securing a win in Super Bowl 37 after three defensive touchdowns.
In a stunning display of talent and determination, the Philadelphia Eagles soared above the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl 59, clinching a resounding 40-22 victory. The standout narrative of this championship clash revolved around the Eagles’ impregnable defense, which effectively shackled the formidable Patrick Mahomes, limiting him to a mere 12 first downs and 275 yards of offense, most of which came when the die was already cast.
The Philadelphia Eagles emerged victorious over the Kansas City Chiefs with a score of 40-22 in Super Bowl LIX, held at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. It was a glorious night for the Eagles, marking their second title at the Super Bowl. It was a night filled with fireworks, history, and a birthday celebration that will be remembered forever. Rookie cornerback Cooper DeJean "The Kid", turned 22 on game day, on the biggest night in football-and he made sure it was a birthday to cherish by delivering an iconic performance.
DeJean’s interception pushed the Eagles ahead 17-0, setting off a dominant stretch that saw them build a massive 40-6 lead by the fourth quarter. The Chiefs managed to score a couple of late touchdowns, but the game was well out of reach by then. “It’s crazy, to be able to do it with this group of guys, I come in and since day one – all of us rookies, they brought us in, taught us everything they know. Now, to be here on the biggest stage and be able to hold that Lombardi Trophy and do it on my birthday.
DeJean's pick-six came at a crucial moment, with the Eagles already up 10-0. Scanning the field for Patrick Mahomes, he jumped the route, intercepted the pass, and ran it 38 yards to the end zone, extending the Eagles' lead to 17-0. His defensive touchdown made him the first player after Steve Van Buren in 1947 to score in a championship game.