Super Bowl 50: Three Philly Ties To The Denver Broncos
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- It's the Super Bowl. You're going to watch. Everyone is going to watch.
But, if you don't like to gamble, how do you a pick a team to root for? Here are three Philadelphia ties to the Denver Broncos, who will face the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 on Sunday, February 7th.
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3. Jordan Norwood
OK, this is a bit of stretch, but Norwood went to Penn State and played for State College Area High School. In 2009, Norwood was signed to the Eagles' practice squad and bounced around a bit before landing in Denver in 2014. Norwood is now the Broncos' dangerous punt returner.
2. Evan Mathis
Mathis, 34, was abruptly released by ex-Eagles head coach Chip Kelly after a reported contract dispute. Mathis, a two-time Pro Bowl guard, spent four seasons in Philadelphia (2011-2014).
1. Brandon McManus
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McManus, 24, is a Philly native who graduated from North Penn and then Temple University. McManus was 30-35 in field goal attempts this season -- his first as the Broncos' starting kicker. He has made all seven of his postseason field goals.