“I Wish I Could Trade Places with Foles”: Carson Wentz Admits He Wishes He Took Nick Foles’ Place in Eagles’ 2018 Super Bowl

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Feb 20, 2025, 02:04 IST

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Carson Wentz admits he wished he had led the Eagles to their 2018 Super Bowl win instead of Nick Foles. Wentz had an MVP-level season in 2017 but was injured before the playoffs. Foles took over and led the team to victory. Wentz's recent admission highlights the challenges of being sidelined during critical moments in sports.

“I Wish I Could Trade Places with Foles”: Carson Wentz Admits He Wishes He Took Nick Foles’ Place in Eagles’ 2018 Super Bowl

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In a candid reflection, Carson Wentz has expressed a heartfelt desire to have been the one leading the Philadelphia Eagles to their historic 2018 Super Bowl victory. In a recent interview, Wentz admitted, "I would love to trade places with Nick Foles and win that Super Bowl back in the day."

Carson Wentz's Journey: From MVP Contender to Sideline Supporter

During the 2017 NFL season, Carson Wentz was on an MVP trajectory, steering the Eagles to an impressive 11-2 record. However, a devastating ACL injury in Week 14 abruptly ended his season. This setback paved the way for backup quarterback Nick Foles to step in. Foles not only filled the void but led the team through the playoffs, culminating in a stunning 41-33 victory over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LII.

Wentz's absence during this pinnacle moment was emotionally challenging. Reports from 2022 suggest that he "voiced his displeasure with the Eagles' success" to fellow injured teammates during the Super Bowl run. This sentiment led to a confrontation, highlighting the internal struggle Wentz faced watching his team achieve glory without him.

The Foles-Wentz Dynamic: A Tale of Two Quarterbacks

Despite the emotional turmoil, Carson Wentz has consistently maintained respect and camaraderie towards Foles. Their relationship, though tested by circumstances, remained professional. Foles, after leading the Eagles to their first Super Bowl win, handled his return to a backup role with grace, emphasizing the team's success over individual accolades.
The 2018 season saw Carson Wentz's return to the field, but lingering injuries and the shadow of the previous season's success created a complex environment. Foles once again stepped in towards the season's end, leading the Eagles to the playoffs, though they fell short of another Super Bowl appearance.

Reflecting on 'What Could Have Been'

Carson Wentz's recent admission sheds light on the personal and professional challenges athletes face when sidelined during critical moments. His longing to have been the one to secure the championship for Philadelphia underscores the weight of expectations and the unpredictability of sports careers.
As Carson Wentz continues his journey in the NFL, his reflections serve as a testament to resilience and the complex emotions inherent in professional sports.
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