Philadelphia coach Doug Pederson received glowing praise for being the gutsy hero of the Super Bowl, as his daring calls helped the Eagles defeat the New England Patriots 41-33. But he might have to share the credit with his quarterback.
It's not like Nick Foles has been left wanting for attention. The QB became a hero on Monday (AEDT), named MVP for a performance in which he threw for 373 yards, three touchdowns and caught a TD himself.
The play that led to Foles' unlikely points will enjoy a long life in the highlights reel, such was the bravery of the move thought to be Pederson's brainchild.
At fourth-and-goal with 38 seconds remaining in the first half and the Eagles looking to extend a 15-12 lead, it looked like Pederson made the call not to kick a field goal and instead instruct tight end Trey Burton to throw the ball to Foles in a trick play the team named the "Philly special".
Foles motioned into the slot, while rookie Corey Clement took a direct snap. Clement pitched to Burton, a former quarterback at Florida, and Foles, uncovered, slid into the right side of the end zone and caught the touchdown.
