In the heart of Philadelphia Eagles territory, where green bleeds into every corner of the city and “Go Birds!” is practically a second language, a recent Facebook post in a popular Eagles fans group has stirred up a frenzy.
Tommy Hefferon, a diehard Birds supporter, dropped a casual bombshell that’s got the fanbase buzzing—and it’s not what you’d expect from a group known for its unyielding loyalty to Jalen Hurts and company.
“Picked the beauty up today from a local store for $13… I couldn’t resist,” Tommy wrote in his caption. “I took it home and framed it.
It’s an 8×10 glossy… goes great with my pic collection… Go Birds!!!!!” Attached to the post was a photo of his latest prized possession: a framed 8×10 glossy of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes getting shoved mid-game during Super Bowl LVIII. Yes, you read that right—an Eagles fan proudly displaying a moment of Mahomes taking a hit, captured forever in a bargain-bin find.
The post, dropped on February 23, 2025, didn’t just sit quietly in the group. It exploded. Within hours, the comments section turned into a viral whirlwind of Eagles fans losing their minds over Tommy’s score. “Where’d you get that?!” one fan demanded. “I need this in my life,” another chimed in. “Bro, $13? That’s a steal—I’d pay double just to see Mahomes eating turf every day,” wrote a third. The sentiment was clear: this wasn’t just a photo; it was a trophy.
Super Bowl LVIII, played just over a year ago on February 11, 2024, remains a bittersweet memory for Eagles fans. The Birds fell 38-35 to the Chiefs in a nail-biter that still stings. Mahomes, with his elusive scrambles and pinpoint throws, walked away with MVP honors, leaving Philly faithful to stew over what could’ve been. So when Tommy stumbled across this gem—a frozen frame of Mahomes getting roughed up—it hit a nerve. A good nerve. The kind that makes you smirk and nod knowingly at the sweet taste of petty revenge.
What’s fueling the fire even more is how relatable Tommy’s find feels. “I’ve got my own framed pics from that game,” one commenter boasted, “but mine’s Kelce getting pancaked—priceless.” Another added, “I snagged a shot of Hurts’ touchdown run last year, but now I’m jealous. Mahomes eating it? That’s next-level.” The thread quickly turned into a show-and-tell of Eagles fans’ personal collections—snapshots of triumphs, flops, and everything in between, all lovingly framed and hung in basements, man caves, and living rooms across Philly.
Tommy’s post taps into something deeper than just a cheap photo. It’s the thrill of the hunt—finding a diamond in the rough for pocket change—and the unspoken camaraderie of a fanbase that lives and breathes every play. Thirteen bucks might not buy you much these days, but for Tommy, it bought a piece of Super Bowl history, a jab at a rival, and a ticket to internet fame among his fellow Birds. “I didn’t think it’d blow up like this,” he commented later in the thread. “Just thought it was cool!”
The photo itself isn’t high art. It’s a standard 8×10 glossy, the kind you’d see hawked at sports memorabilia shops or buried in a clearance bin. Mahomes, mid-stride, is caught off-balance as an Eagles defender—likely Haason Reddick or Josh Sweat, though the angle’s too tight to tell—sends him stumbling. The frame Tommy picked out is simple, probably a $5 job from the same store, but it does the trick. Hung alongside his other pics (we can only imagine the lineup—McNabb? Vick? Foles?), it’s a conversation starter, a middle finger to Kansas City, and a badge of honor all in one.
The viral reaction isn’t just about the photo’s subject, though. It’s the price tag that’s got people hooked. Thirteen dollars. In an era where signed jerseys go for hundreds and authenticated game-used gear can set you back a mortgage payment, Tommy’s deal feels like a win for the little guy. “I checked my local spot today—nothing but overpriced crap,” one fan lamented. “You got lucky, man.” Others are now on the prowl, inspired to dig through their own neighborhood stores for a steal of their own. A mini-movement of bargain-hunting Eagles fans might just be born from this.
As the comments pile up—hundreds by now, with no sign of slowing—Tommy’s post has become more than a flex. It’s a rallying cry for a fanbase that loves to revel in the chaos of football fandom. Sure, the Eagles didn’t hoist the Lombardi in ’24, but they’ve got something Mahomes and the Chiefs can’t take away: a $13 memory that’s worth its weight in gold to the Philly faithful. And as one commenter put it, “Frame that bad boy and hang it high, Tommy. Go Birds!”
In a city that wears its heart on its sleeve—and its grudges on its walls—this is peak Eagles energy. Tommy Hefferon’s impulse buy isn’t just a photo. It’s a vibe, a victory lap, and a reminder that even in defeat, Philly fans find a way to come out on top. Who needs a Super Bowl ring when you’ve got a glossy of Patrick Mahomes eating dirt for less than a cheesesteak combo? Fly, Eagles, fly.
