Brian's Empire KE
Makai Lemon becomes first Eagle to wear No. 9 since Nick Foles led Philadelphia to its first Super Bowl title
Foles, who led the Eagles to their first Vince Lombardi Trophy in 2017, spoke with Lemon about the rookie's jersey
Nick Foles, the Super Bowl-winning quarterback, gave Philadelphia Eagles first-round pick Makai Lemon his blessing to wear No. 9 to begin his career. (GETTY)
Makai Lemon of USC poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell after being selected 20th overall by the Philadelphia Eagles during the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pa., on April 23, 2026. (Lauren Leigh Bacho/Getty Images)
Makai Lemon of the USC Trojans speaks to the media during the 2026 NFL Draft Combine at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis Feb. 27, 2026. (Michael Hickey/Getty Images)
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