In Glendale, Arizona, the atmosphere is charged as the Los Angeles Rams prepare for a crucial NFC Divisional Round playoff game against the Philadelphia Eagles this Sunday. One player drawing attention is rookie defensive end/linebacker Kobie Turner, who has a history with the Eagles that reveals some strong feelings.
Turner, hailing from Berwick, Pennsylvania, didn’t hold back when discussing his dislike for Eagles fans. In a recent interview with the Los Angeles Times, he expressed, “I hate Eagles fans. They’re so annoying. I hate Eagles fans… When I see that green and white I hate it. I actually get upset.” His frustrations stem from past encounters where he felt Eagles fans were rude to him, especially during the Rams’ earlier match against the Eagles in Los Angeles this season. “I didn’t even do nothing to ‘em,” he remarked. “It was my first time playing. Oh, I hate Eagles fans.”
Turner is not just entering this game with hostility; he’s hitting the field with an impressive rookie season under his belt. After being selected as the 19th pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, he’s become a strong contender for the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year award, amassing 4.5 sacks and 66 tackles throughout the season.
Fellow Pennsylvania native and Eagles star Saquon Barkley weighed in on Turner’s comments, suggesting it might not be wise to speak out against the passionate Philadelphia supporters. Barkley noted, “Probably not the smartest thing to say when you’re coming to Philadelphia… Pretty sure Philly fans have seen that comment, and it was only going to be loud and rocking and this is only going to add to it.”
This upcoming matchup kicks off at 3 PM on Sunday, and fans from both sides are bracing for what promises to be a heated contest. With Turner’s comments echoing in the air, it’s certain that the players and fans will feel the intensity of this rivalry.
