Exclusive: Jordan Mailata Backs Eagles HC Despite A Turbulent Regular Season Followed By Playoff Disappointment “I’m a Huge Fan of Coach Sirianni”

The Philadelphia Eagles suffered heartbreak towards the end of the season. They went on a losing spree and then crashed out against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the Wild Card Round. However, offensive tackle Jordan Mailata in his exclusive interview with EssentiallySports made sure to back his head coach.

Mailata is Australian by birth to Samoan parents, and he impressed the NFL world based on his YouTube footage. The former rugby player is extremely proud since the National Rugby League will be starting its season in America for the first time!

Jordan Mailata trusts his head coach

Mailata in his exclusive interview with Essentially Sports detailed about his fandom for the 42-year-old head coach. “Sirianni is great I’m a huge fan of coach Sirianni”, said Mailata to Ananth. Further, he also understands the tribulations with the top job at the Eagles.

Last season, the Eagles were on fire, and narrowly lost out the Super Bowl against the Chiefs. This season started in a similar style. With the Eagles going on two 5-game winning streak. However, that was followed by losing 6 games in their last seven.

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“Everybody looks to the head coach! When things go bad and when things go good. So, you know it’s a responsibility that falls on the crown and right now he’s (Sirianni) wearing the crown”, said Mailata. But with the offseason rolling around, the OT is especially excited for Rugby’s introduction to the American masses. And the NRL is heading to a familiar location as well!

The NRL set to break ground at Las Vegas

The Allegiant Stadium will once again play host to the big games. March 2nd, the NRL will be showcasing their talent in the season opener double header in Sin City.

Four teams that will be participating in this venture are the Manly Sea Eagles vs. Jordan Mailata’s former team South Sydney Rabbitohs. And the Brisbane Broncos will be taking on the Sydney Roosters in the NRL’s second offering.

The first week of March will be celebrated as ‘Australia week’ in the party town. Are you excited about NRL games? Let us know in the comments.

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