[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 29 (Wednesday, February 12, 2025)]
[House]
[Pages H651-H652]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                HONORING HOMETOWN CHAMPION NICK SIRIANNI

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from New 
York (Mr. Langworthy) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. LANGWORTHY. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate a man whose 
journey from Jamestown, New York, to the pinnacle of professional 
football is a testament to perseverance, grit, and the power of 
believing in yourself: Philadelphia Eagles Head Coach Nick Sirianni.
  As a lifelong Buffalo Bills fan, I never thought I would be here on 
the House floor praising the coach of another NFL team, but some 
stories transcend football rivalries, and Nick's is one of them.
  From a young age, Nick was a student of the game. He was immersed in 
football. He was brought up by two very loving parents who instilled a 
tremendous work ethic and value set in

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him. His father, Fran, was a beloved high school football coach, and 
his older brothers, Michael and Jay, were standout athletes, as well. 
In the backyard of their home, they weren't just playing football. They 
were shaping a champion.
  At Mount Union, Nick Sirianni won three national championships, but 
an injury nearly ended his playing career. Instead of giving up, he 
pivoted, launching a coaching career that would take him from his alma 
mater to the NFL. He climbed the ranks with the Chiefs, Chargers, and 
Colts, proving himself every step of the way.
  Four years ago, he took over as head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles 
and wasted no time turning them into a real contender, but this season, 
against all odds, his underdog Eagles did more than just compete. They 
dominated.
  In a stunning Super Bowl victory, his team overwhelmed the Kansas 
City Chiefs, proving that heart, preparation, and relentless 
determination can overcome even the toughest challenges.
  Nick's success isn't just measured in wins. It is measured in the 
message he sends to every small-town kid in Jamestown, New York, the 
southern tier, and across small-town America: No dream is too big, and 
no setback is too great. Success is never given. It is earned. It is 
built on faith in God, family, and an unrelenting will to win. It is 
forged through late nights, overcoming obstacles, and moments of doubt 
that are met with unwavering determination. It is about proving that 
talent when paired with hard work can take you anywhere.
  Nick's hometown stands a little taller today. He has shown us what is 
possible when resilience meets opportunity.
  While hoisting the Lombardi Trophy is an unforgettable triumph, I 
know this: His greatest chapters lie ahead for him.
  I congratulate Coach Sirianni. He has reached the top of the 
mountain. He is a Super Bowl champion. Chautauqua County celebrates 
him, and America honors him. I know there is even more yet to come.
  Fly, Eagles, fly, and go Bills.

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