Well, New Yorkers, it seems you can now literally eat up the legacy of Philadelphia's much-cherished center, Jason Kelce—thanks to a heartwarming tribute from Camden's Campbell Soup Company. Marking Kelce's retirement after a 13-season run with the Philadelphia Eagles, the soup giant has rolled out its first-ever "Legend Edition Chunky" soup, adorned with Kelce's likeness. According to 6abc, the company is looking to "celebrate Jason's greatness" and his significant community impact with these commemorative cans.
But here's the real touchdown—fans 18 and up have a shot to snag one of the 620 limited-edition cans. To absolutely not split any hairs or anything but truly get in on the action, you can enter the giveaway starting early at 6 a.m. ET on Thursday, March 7, with no purchase necessary. Details on the USA Today website state that the entry window closes on March 28, so play smarter, not harder, and don't get flagged for delay of the game.
Let's not forget that the buzz isn't just about soup. Campbell's Chunky has thrown a cool $62,000 to Kelce's charity, (Be)Philly, which, as they put it, arms "our students with the tools, confidence, and courage they need to build a brighter future for themselves, and for us all." This non-profit works tirelessly to lift the lives of students in the Philadelphia Public School system, making this philanthropic play a winning move off the field too.
The Kelce legacy has received another boost, with Campbell's selection of Jason over a host of other football crisp stars, including his own brother Travis, and Eagles' greats Donovan McNabb and Reggie White. As the PhillyVoice pointedly notes, Travis may have two Super Bowl rings to flash—a number that not even to begin to solely belong to Jason—but he's not the guy on the "Legend Edition" soup can. That's a title that now sits squarely, and solely, on Jason Kelce's shelf, and not in his brother's trophy case.
So, for those who like a side of sports history with their soup, it seems Campbell's has provided a way to preserve Kelce's legacy in a way that's anything but canned. Collectors and fans alike better get ready to blitz this giveaway if they're hoping to score one of these prized cans. It's not just a nod to a beloved athlete's career, but a gesture that supports the future of Philadelphia's young minds. Now, that's a legacy worth slurping up.
