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Former Oscar Smith Star Josh Sweat records 2.5 sacks in Super Bowl victory

Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Josh Sweat (19) reacts after sacking Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

NORFOLK, Va (WAVY) — The 757 had its hands all in the Super Bowl. As the Philadelphia Eagles dominated the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22, arguably the biggest contributor on the defense was Chesapeake Native and Former Oscar Smith star, Josh Sweat.

In the Eagles first Lombardi-winning performance since early 2018, Sweat racked up 2.5 sacks and was a NIGHTMARE for Patrick Mahomes the entire game.


Back in his high school days, Sweat was the #1 recruit in his position in the class of 2015. He came back to Hampton Roads last year to run a youth combine and talk to the local media about his incredible professional career. You can find that here