Jordan Mailata recalls feeling immense pressure before his second career start as left tackle for the Philadelphia Eagles. With nerves mounting, he turned to his therapist, who suggested grounding techniques to calm him down. Although the Eagles lost to the Pittsburgh Steelers, Mailata embraced the practice and added it as a cornerstone of his pre-game ritual.

Mailata’s game-day routine is meticulously structured, from his travel preferences to his exact meals and even the order in which he puts on his uniform.

Meanwhile, teammate Thomas Booker recently spoke at the White House about gun violence prevention, emphasizing the need for economic opportunities as a root solution to the issue. His experience highlights the impact athletes can have beyond the field.