Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni is setting the record straight ahead of his team’s scheduled visit to the White House later this month.

Amid swirling media speculation that the team might skip the traditional championship visit due to political differences or past precedent, Sirianni delivered a clear and direct message: the Eagles are going, and he’s thrilled.

“I’m really excited to go,” Sirianni told reporters during the NFL’s annual league meetings on Tuesday. “What an honor. What an honor to be able to go to the White House. Teams that have been winning the championship have been doing that for a long time.”

The Eagles clinched their second Super Bowl title in franchise history earlier this year with a dominant 40–22 win over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX—a rematch of the 2023 title game. Quarterback Jalen Hurts led the way with a record-breaking performance, throwing for two touchdowns, rushing for another, and setting a Super Bowl record for quarterback rushing yards with 72. Hurts was named the game’s MVP.

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Now, with a White House visit scheduled for April 28, Sirianni and his players are embracing the moment—despite a wave of media outlets attempting to stoke controversy based on the team’s history.

After winning Super Bowl LII in 2018, the Eagles’ planned visit to the White House was canceled by then-President Donald Trump, who cited low attendance interest after reports surfaced that only a handful of players planned to go. The cancellation was tied to broader disputes over anthem protests and social justice messaging.

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In contrast, this year’s visit—once again under President Trump following his 2024 reelection—marks a notable shift in tone and approach.

Initial rumors hinted that the Eagles might pass on the opportunity once again, but those were debunked. For Sirianni, the visit isn’t about politics. It’s about honoring achievement.

“I’m really honored to go and really excited to go,” he said, reiterating his stance during Tuesday’s media availability, where he fielded a barrage of questions—not only about the White House visit, but also the controversial “Tush Push” play that’s facing potential elimination.

Among all NFC head coaches present at the league meetings, Sirianni drew the biggest crowd—proof of the Eagles’ stature and the buzz surrounding the defending champions.

The Eagles finished the 2024 season with a 14–3 record, powered by the league’s top-ranked defense and a high-powered offense. Their postseason run included victories over top NFC contenders before dispatching the Chiefs, who were aiming for a historic three-peat after winning Super Bowls LVII and LVIII.

Despite political narratives pushed in the media, Sirianni’s words Tuesday were clear: the team is focused on celebrating its hard-earned title and respecting the tradition of championship teams visiting the White House.