Vic Fangio clears the air after rumor about Eagles’ Super Bowl review

A surprising story about the Philadelphia Eagles began to spread quickly. It involved the team’s Super Bowl LIX win and what happened after it. The story became popular when one player shared details about a meeting that took place after the big game.

But now, the team’s defensive coordinator, Vic Fangio, has stepped in to set the record straight.

Vic Fangio responds to claim made by Jalyx Hunt

On Tuesday, June 4, during the Eagles’ offseason workouts (OTAs), Vic Fangio addressed reporters at the team’s training facility in Philadelphia. He was asked about a story shared by rookie linebacker Jalyx Hunt.According to Hunt, after the Eagles’ 40-22 win over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX, Fangio gathered the team to re-watch the fourth quarter of the game.

Hunt recalled the coach being upset, saying the performance was “unacceptable” and that Fangio “wants perfection.”However, Fangio denied that any such meeting happened. He smiled and said, “I never did that. I actually brought them together to compliment them on how well they played in the Super Bowl. There was not a negative word spoken. Fake news.”Fangio made the comment in front of local media, and it was reported by Christopher Franklin of NJ Advance Media.

Fangio also added that the moment was meant to praise the team, not criticize them.Also Read: NFL Insider Says Saquon Barkley May Surpass His Record-Breaking 2024 Season Under New Eagles Offensive Coordinator In 2025

A game full of action and a rumor that caught fire

The Eagles were dominant in their Super Bowl LIX victory over the Chiefs. The game took place earlier this year, and Philadelphia built a huge lead. At one point, the Eagles were ahead 34-0 late in the third quarter. Though the Chiefs scored 22 points in the final minutes, they never came close to catching up.One standout moment for Kansas City was a long 50-yard touchdown pass from Patrick Mahomes to Xavier Worthy.

But the Eagles were never truly in danger. This strong performance helped them win their second Super Bowl in franchise history.Still, Hunt’s version of events, where Fangio pushed for perfection even after a big win, got fans talking. The idea of a coach wanting more even after a championship made for a dramatic story. But now, Fangio has clearly called the tale “fake news” and says the real message was all about appreciation.