Exciting Mics Ep. 15

Eagles WIN vs Buccaneers, Fake Tush Push, Broncos Preview & More
Release Date: October 2, 2025
Hosts: Cooper DeJean & Reed Blankenship

Overview

In this episode, Eagles defensive backs Cooper DeJean and Reed Blankenship recap Philadelphia’s road win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The duo dives deep into game-day adjustments for dealing with the Florida heat, the evolution of the “Tush Push” play, locker room vibes, and defensive standouts from the win. They also preview the Denver Broncos matchup—highlighting familiar faces and what it’ll take to remain undefeated. The episode is high-energy, full of locker room insight, and punctuated by the pair’s easy rapport and humor.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Immediate Reactions: “Tush Push” Touchdowns & Playing in the Heat

• [00:02] Tush Push Evolution:
  The episode opens with excitement over the Eagles’ deployment of not just the classic “Tush Push,” but creative new fakes off of it.

  • Cooper: “You try and stop a play that is dang near unstoppable. And then they add another layer upon another layer...”
  • Reed: “You could almost make a whole package for the Tush Push... march the ball down the field using that.”

• [01:17] Victory on the Road:
  Philly moves to 4–0 after beating a likely playoff team in Tampa. They discuss the difficulty of prepping for the travel and Florida heat.

  • Reed: “We travel well, though.”
  • Cooper: “The boys got a big dub… Going in there, playing down there is not easy at all, but there’s a mindset about going in there… just gotta prepare your body, hydrate a little more…”

• [02:46] Coach Sirianni’s Message:

  • Cooper: “Coach Sirianni’s message after the game: ‘Don’t let good get in the way of great.’... We’ll continue to work and get better.”

2. Atmosphere on the Road

• [02:52]
  The pair marvel at Eagles fan presence in Tampa:
  • Cooper: “There was a lot of green out there, bro... it sounded like we were at the link.”
  • Reed: “You travel and you still get the ‘Coop’ chants, Eagles chants...”

3. Prepping for Florida Weather

• [03:49]**
  • Reed shares his game week nutrition tweaks: “I tried to limit as much bad stuff… I put a lot of carbs towards the end of the week. Thursday night, big thing of pasta… I also got an IV that day too.”
  • Both used pickle juice for hydration, a team staple.
    • Cooper: “I drank so much pickle juice on the day of the game, I had four little shots.”
    • Reed: “Pedialyte’s my savior as well.”

4. Game Play Highlights

• [05:52] Big Special Teams Play:

  • Cooper: “Cam Latu with the block punt. Sydney Brown… hopped right into his [hands]. That was huge, to get off to a good start early.”

• [06:22] Defense Energy & Heat:

  • The guys admit fatigue set in as the heat ramped up in the second half, but the team “found a way.”

• [07:04] More on Tush Push Fakes:

  • Replay the controversy and ongoing debates about the fairness of the play:
    • Reed: “How can you get rid of a play like this? It’s evolving now.”
    • Cooper: “Everybody can still do this. It’s not like only Philly can do it.”

5. On-Field Emotions & Penalties

• [11:40]
  Discussion of emotional moments and showmanship leading to flags.

  • Cooper: “You want to show your passion, your swag… I gotta do better and control my emotions, celebrate with my teammates instead… There’s some cool memes off of it, though.” ([12:02])
  • Reed: Jokes about meme potential and “ball doesn’t lie” moments.

• [13:14] Defensive Stand:

  • Cooper: “As a defensive player, you don’t get that many opportunities to run with the ball in your hands... fun to run around, but I was dog tired.”
  • The team held Tampa to a field goal after a long drive—a big stop late in the half.

• [13:34] Historic Field Goal:

  • Reed: “65-yard field goal — you just gotta tip your cap. Longest outdoor kick in NFL history.”
  • Cooper: “Give credit where credit’s due.”

6. Citizens Play That Matters Most

• [14:43]
  The big fourth-quarter interception by rookie Jihad Campbell earns “Play That Matters Most.”
  • Cooper: “That’s a big-time play in that moment.”
  • Reed: Praises defense for “staying in the game and locking in regardless of what was happening… push through, man.”

7. Exciting Fits: “Look Good, Feel Good, Play Good”

• [16:37]
  Recap of the team’s fashion—and accidental matching.
  • Reed: “We are continuing to match every week.”
  • Cooper: “We literally don’t plan it… knitted polos this week, Florida vibes.”
  • Shout-out to the Pedialyte: “The Pedialyte is always going to be a staple if I haven’t finished it before I walk on the bus.”
  • Laughs about unique T-shirts (ex: Landon Dickerson’s lawnmower QR code tee, [19:10]).

8. Game Balls

• [23:00]
  Multiple Game Balls awarded:
  • Quinyon Mitchell:
    • Reed: “Played his tail off, bro. Five PBUs… bought out in front of 30+ people.”
    • Cooper: “The silent assassin, bro. When he’s on the field, he don’t care.”
  • Team Equipment & Strength Staff:
    • Cooper: “Holding up the shades all game long, keeping the sun off us, was huge.” ([24:04])
    • Reed: “Couldn’t thank them enough—cooling vests, everything.”
  • Tush Push Play & Variations:
    • Cooper: “It’s like a Swiss Army knife, bro. You can throw a pass off, do a shuffle… so we gotta give a game ball to the Tush Push.” ([24:50])

9. Broncos Preview

• [25:03]
  The duo looks to the upcoming home game:
  • Broncos “run the ball really well, got a good young quarterback, good receiver.”
  • Comparing the Broncos QB to Mayfield.
  • Cooper: “It’s gonna start each week with stopping the run game… and playing against play-action.”
  • Reed: “Limit the mistakes, limit the penalties, and just play.”
  • Excitement for a matchup against former Iowa teammate Riley Moss: “Get that jersey swap action.”

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On the Tush Push:

  • “You try and stop a play that is dang near unstoppable. Then they add another layer upon another layer.” – Cooper [00:17]
  • “It’s like a Swiss Army knife, bro.” – Cooper [24:50]

• On Road Game Atmosphere:

  • “It sounded like we were at The Link.” – Reed [03:03]

• On Preparation:

  • “Pedialyte’s my savior as well.” – Reed [05:40]

• On Coaching Mindset:

  • “Don’t let good get in the way of great.” – Coach Sirianni (as recalled by Cooper) [02:46]

• On Defensive Mindset:

  • “Just stay in the game, lock in regardless of what’s happening… push through.” – Reed [15:04]

Important Segments & Timestamps

• Tush Push & Game Open: [00:02–00:40]
• What’s exciting + Road Win Recap: [00:45–03:30]
• Game Day Prep, Heat & Nutrition: [03:49–05:44]
• Special Teams/Defensive Plays: [05:51–06:55]
• Tush Push Debate (reprise): [07:04–08:52]
• Penalty & Emotional Play Discussion: [11:05–13:14]
• Big Defensive Stop & Historic Kick: [13:14–14:43]
• Play That Matters Most (Jihad Campbell’s pick): [14:43–16:22]
• Exciting Fits Segment: [16:37–20:34]
• Game Balls: [23:00–25:03]
• Broncos Preview: [25:03–26:37]

Conclusion

DeJean and Blankenship deliver an authentic, high-spirited recap that blends tactical football insight with behind-the-scenes fun. They spotlight the team’s adaptability—both in terms of on-field innovation (Tush Push) and off-field camaraderie. With shoutouts to unsung heroes, playful digs at each other’s style, and excitement for the next week’s clash, this episode offers Eagles fans and NFL diehards a front-row locker-room seat.

Final sign-off:
“Go Birds.” – Both [27:10]