Former Long Snapper with Two Super Bowl Rings Turns Down Offers from NFL Powerhouses After Leaving Eagles
Former Long Snapper with Two Super Bowl Rings Turns Down Offers from NFL Powerhouses After Leaving Eagles
After his contract with the Philadelphia Eagles ended in early 2025, veteran long snapper Rick Lovato—who helped the team win two Super Bowls—surprised many by turning down multiple offers from top NFL teams. While most players his age would jump at the opportunity to stay in the game, Lovato chose to step back, staying loyal to the team he called home for nearly a decade.
“I don’t want to play for any team other than the Eagles,” Lovato said in a brief interview. “I know it’s time to make room for the younger generation, but if the Eagles ever need me, I’ll be ready.”
Lovato joined the Eagles in 2017 and quickly became an irreplaceable anchor on special teams. He played nearly 140 consecutive games and was a vital part of both the Super Bowl LII and Super Bowl LIX championship runs. In 2019, he was even selected to the Pro Bowl—an exceptionally rare honor for a long snapper, underscoring his reliability and excellence in the role.
Though the Eagles quietly moved on by signing Charley Hughlett after the 2024 season, Lovato’s loyalty never wavered. He remains a beloved figure among fans and teammates, admired not just for his steady play but for his unwavering devotion to the team.
In an era where loyalty is often sacrificed for opportunity, Rick Lovato stands as a rare exception—a player who steps back not because he can’t keep up, but because he refuses to wear anything but midnight green.
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