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Eagles’ DeVonta Smith reaches rare milestones in Super Bowl LIX victory

Kansas City Chiefs They were unable to reach the historic milestone of becoming the first team in NFL history.

However, history was still made in Super Bowl LIX.

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Devonta Smith (6) was in front of Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Jaylen Watson (35) on February 9, 2025, in the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game in New Orleans. Catch a touchdown pass. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Eagles wide receiver Devonta Smith led the team with 69 receiving yards and scored on Sunday on a 46-yard touchdown reception, giving Philadelphia a 34-0 lead. The Chiefs ultimately responded in the second half, but that wasn't enough, and the Eagles crowned the Super Bowl champion.

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As a result, the former Alabama's outstanding He became the fifth player in league history, winning the Heisman, National Title and Super Bowl.

He joined Tony Dorsett, Marcus Allen, Charles Woodson and Reggie Bush, according to Heissman's website.

Smith, who was a member of Alabama's undefeated team in 2020, won a touchdown catch in the Super Bowl and is also the sixth Heissman winner to play in at least two championship games.

Devonta Smith

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Devonta Smith (6) celebrates Sunday, February 9, 2025 after catching a touchdown pass in New Orleans in the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game with the Kansas City Chiefs. (AP Photo/Dugben)

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Later in the fourth quarter of the big game, Smith spotted a former Alabama teammate Jalen hurtsand the two shared an emotional exchange.

“Thank you to your man,” Smith said, holding her. “Hey guy, this isn't our last.”

“It was a Rideman,” replied Hurts. “You deserve it.”

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Smith and Hearts have been a Philadelphia teammate and teammate for four seasons, playing together for Alabama during the 2017 and 2018 seasons.

Devonta Smith

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Devonta Smith (6) passed Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Jaylen Watson (35) on February 9, 2025, in the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game in New Orleans. Do a touchdown catch. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

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