Nick Foles, a quarterback known for his calm demeanor and clutch performances, began his professional football career when he was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the third round of the 2012 NFL Draft. Foles, who played college football at the University of Arizona, quickly demonstrated his potential in the NFL. During his rookie season, he started six games, showing glimpses of his ability to lead an offense.
In 2013, Foles had a breakout season under head coach Chip Kelly. He threw 27 touchdown passes with only two interceptions, achieving a remarkable passer rating of 119.2, which led the league that year. One of the highlights of his season was a game against the Oakland Raiders, where he tied an NFL record by throwing seven touchdown passes in a single game. Foles' performance earned him a Pro Bowl selection, and he was named the Pro Bowl Offensive MVP.
The following season, Foles faced challenges, including injuries that limited his playing time. In 2015, he was traded to the St. Louis Rams, where he struggled to find the same success he had in Philadelphia. After a difficult season with the Rams, Foles was released and briefly considered retirement before signing with the Kansas City Chiefs in 2016 as a backup to Alex Smith.
Foles returned to the Eagles in 2017 as a backup to Carson Wentz. When Wentz suffered a season-ending injury late in the season, Foles stepped in as the starting quarterback. Despite doubts about his ability to lead the team, Foles guided the Eagles through the playoffs, culminating in a stunning victory over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LII. Foles was named Super Bowl MVP after throwing for 373 yards and three touchdowns, as well as catching a touchdown pass in a play famously known as the "Philly Special."
In 2018, Foles once again stepped in for an injured Wentz, leading the Eagles to a playoff victory before being eliminated in the divisional round. His performances during these critical moments solidified his reputation as a reliable quarterback in high-pressure situations.
Foles signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2019, but his time there was marred by injuries, including a broken clavicle in the season opener. He returned later in the season but was unable to regain his starting position. In 2020, Foles was traded to the Chicago Bears, where he competed for the starting quarterback role. He had a mixed season, sharing playing time with Mitchell Trubisky.
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