What Happened to Nick Foles?: A Rollercoaster Journey in the NFL

What Happened to Nick Foles?: A Rollercoaster Journey in ...

By Edcel Panganiban May 31, 2024 12:15

Nick Foles knows of the incredible highs and sudden, bewildering lows. Foles began his journey to this point from the early days in Texas in his youth, then leading the Philadelphia Eagles on a memorable playoff run to a significant Super Bowl win.

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The Early Years

Born on January 20, 1989, in Austin, Texas, Nick Foles is the son of Larry and Melissa Foles. He found his passion for football in the football-crazed tension of Texas and he was multi-skilled in football at Westlake High School of Austin. And it paid off, with that dominant high school ability parlayed into a college slot with the University of Arizona, where he played quarterback, and then a drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the 2012 NFL Draft.

Super Bowl Triumph:

Foles enjoyed the peak of his career during the 2017 NFL season when he filled in brilliantly for the injured incumbent starter for the Philadelphia Eagles in his return to the franchise. He helped the team win their first Super Bowl championship in 57 years by clinching MVP honors in their victory in Super Bowl LII over the New England Patriots. The Super Bowl MVP threw an 373 yards and 3TDs in the biggest game of his career.

Success & Failures in Contracts

After winning the Super Bowl, though, Foles got paid, signing a massive four-year, $88 million deal with the Jacksonville Jaguars that included $50.1 million in guarantees. His stay with the Jaguars was full of injuries and underwhelming play, sending stock into a period of turmoil.

Ups and Downs

Foles' path had another chapter to be written as he was traded to the Chicago Bears in exchange for a compensatory fourth-round pick in 2020, which saw the 31-year-old quarterback receive a restructured contract that included a guaranteed $21 million and an option to void after the next two seasons. He spent some time with the Colts before getting cut by the team.

The Future

With all the stories of overcoming adversity in the history of the league, Foles' resilience and skill have made an imprint on the NFL, and his continued journey has everyone captivated. Whether it was his ascension to a Super Bowl MVP with the Eagles or the struggles he experienced in his career, Foles' journey is a clear picture of the peaks and valleys any athlete can experience throughout their careers.