AP source: 2 Eagles planned WH visit; decisions individual

PHILADELPHIA — Eagles players and officials made individual decisions to not go to the White House for a scheduled celebration of their Super Bowl title, leaving two players actually planning to make the trip to Washington before the visit was canceled by President Donald Trump, according to players and a person familiar with the arrangements. “It’s a little bit disappointing as a country right now that we’re so divided, I think that’s the bigger disappointment,” said Kelce, who became a folk hero in Philadelphia for an impassioned, profane rally speech he gave after a day of antics during the city’s Super Bowl parade. “I’m extremely proud to be part of this team.” Safety Malcolm Jenkins, an outspoken leader for social reforms, held up handwritten signs on issues important to him and other players instead of verbally answering questions. Another sign by Jenkins read: “More than 60 percent of people in prison are people of color.” Coach Doug Pederson said before practice that he was looking forward to going to the White House to be recognized as Super Bowl champions but he wouldn’t further discuss details of the trip’s breakdown. Eagles Tight end Zach Ertz wore a Team USA soccer jersey while answering questions and said he’s “proud to be an American.” “Everyone in this locker room understands that everyone’s heart is in the right place,” Ertz said.