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Friday, February 7



Good morning, Penn.


Welcome back to Quaker Nation! 

This week’s edition will showcase The Daily Pennsylvanian's coverage of everything Penn in Super Bowl LIX, including reporters covering in person from New Orleans.

Media Mismanagement: Saquon Barkley, a star for the Eagles, put a ring on long before his upcoming battle in the Super Bowl. With PEOPLE magazine revealing the running back's semi-recent engagement, Barkley expressed his frustration over the media's handling of the announcement.

Deep dive into JWAT: The DP learned about wide receiver Justin Watson's impact on the Chiefs from those who know him best: Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, head coach Andy Reid, and fellow wide receiver Xavier Worthy.

 
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FOOTBALL

Penn alum, Chiefs wide receiver Justin Watson supports Ivy League decision to opt out of 'pay-for-play'

 
A player on the verge of potentially winning his fourth-ever Super Bowl, former Quaker Justin Watson sided with the Ivy League's decision to continue not paying its athletes — including those at Penn — for their name, image, and likeness. Speaking on the value of the degree and focusing on the 'student' portion of student athletics, Watson spoke exclusively with The Daily Pennsylvanian on what he believes is best for the next generation of Ivy competitors.
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 SUPER BOWL

From Philadelphia to the Superdome, the picks are in!


After an eventful week in New Orleans, the DP's journalists on the ground picked who they think will win Super Bowl LIX. From slow-burn build up to devil magic, see what persuaded them towards either the Chiefs or Eagles.
 
 


PENN LACROSSE

'Those lacrosse guys like to party': Eagles running back Will Shipley details memories on Penn's campus


You know what fuels a successful career in the NFL? If you ask Eagles backup running back Will Shipley, it may just be a couple rounds of drinks at Smokey Joe's! Often visiting his brother — a Penn graduate and former lacrosse player — Shipley remembers his time at Penn's greatest institution fondly. 
 

PENN FOOTBALL

'Like a little brother to me': Johnny Wilson, Penn football's Julien Stokes reflect on friendship ahead of Super Bowl


Penn wide receiver Julien "Juice" Stokes and Eagles wide receiver Johnny Wilson have known each other for a lifetime, first playing football together in Southern California. As Stokes prepares to build on his future in football, his friend prepares to compete in the Super Bowl in just his first year in the NFL. With both men at different stages in their careers, only time will tell if they will get to share the field again.
Keep catching up on the latest Penn Athletics news →
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SPORTS COLUMN

Rupertus | A guide for Penn students on being an Eagles fan 


Sports reporter Lucy Rupertus, a Philadelphia native, doesn't want you to be unprepared for this Sunday. It takes a lot to be a Birds fan. The chants, the merch, the energy — you have to step up your game to fit in with America's best fans. If you're new to the fandom but don't want to be left on the sidelines when celebrating, read here to learn how to be the best possible Eagles fan. 
 
Stay tuned for coverage on thedp.com and on Instagram @dailypennsports.

FEB. 7
Penn men's basketball versus Princeton @ the Palestra
 

FEB. 8-9
Fencing Ivy League Championships @ the Palestra
 

FEB. 13
Wrestling vs. Lehigh

 
Today's newsletter was copy edited by Nicholas Maharaj.
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