Nick Sirianni Supports A.J. Brown's Unique Game-Day Ritual

In a recent statement, Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni openly backed wide receiver A.J. Brown's unconventional game-day routine, which includes reading while on the sidelines. During the Eagles' Wild Card victory against the Green Bay Packers, Brown was spotted engrossed in the book "Inner Excellence," prompting a surge in its popularity and sending it to the top of Amazon's bestseller list.

Despite speculation that Brown's reading habit might indicate frustration—evidenced by his limited performance with only one catch during the game—he clarified that his focus is purely on mental preparation. "I always read from this book while I'm on the bench," Brown remarked, emphasizing that it's a personal strategy to maintain his composure and concentration.

Coach Sirianni weighed in on the situation during an appearance on WIP, criticizing the notion that Brown's reading reflects disappointment. "It’s lazy to draw that correlation," he emphasized. Instead, he championed the idea that players should engage in whatever activities help them stay mentally sharp.

"I’m definitely okay with it," Sirianni continued. "A.J. has been reading on the sideline for quite some time. It just happened that this week, a camera caught it. Some players prefer prayer, others meditate. A.J. chooses to read. It's all about what puts their mind in a place where they can perform with precision and great effort, and I fully encourage that. I love A.J."

As the Eagles prepare for their upcoming game against the Los Angeles Rams this Sunday, it seems likely that Brown will be taking his book along once more, illustrating his commitment to both self-discipline and performance enhancement.

Fans are eagerly awaiting how this mindset will continue to shape the team's dynamics as they approach the playoffs. Will Brown's unique approach inspire other players to adopt similar rituals? Stay tuned to find out!