Leap Year: The Philadelphia Eagles' Ascent to Super Bowl Champions

by Zach Berman

The definitive chronicle of the Philadelphia Eagles' ascent to Super Bowl LIX glory The Philadelphia Eagles entered the 2024-2025 NFL season with high hopes amid uncertainty following a historic collapse the previous year. With a retooled coaching staff and new injection  of talent, the Birds built their rebirth brick by brick, week after week,  and set the stage for a Super Bowl revenge game for the ages. In  Leap Year, Zach Berman expertly chronicles the team's remarkable championship season as well as the elements that made it all possible— the highlight reel plays of new addition Saquon Barkley, the quiet leadership of Jalen Hurts, Vic Fangio's dominant defense, and more. Featuring in-depth reporting and an unforgettable cast of characters both on the field and in the front office, this is the story of how the Eagles found their footing, vanquished the reigning back-to-back champion Kansas City Chiefs, and returned the Lombardi Trophy to Philadelphia.

Hardcover

Published September 23, 2025

Reviews

[Andrew Ellis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Of all the 2017 Super Bowl Books I read, Zach Bermans was by far the best, so I expected this one to be great as well, and it was. He truly helps you relive an amazing season, with all the ins and outs and behind the scenes moments that makes the run even better.

[Karl Schaeffer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another eminently readable and entertaining book by Zach Berman about the 2024 Eagles run to their 2nd Super Bowl. Must read for all True Eagles fans (dare I say “sickos”?}. Berman has a very rich but readable writing style. I could have completed this book much sooner. I wanted to finish this book during the bye. But alas it was not to be. And now I’ve had to finish the book while the Eagles crap their way thru the 2025 season. How the worm turns. Can the Birds play all 4 quarters in 1 game?. Can the offense not look so trite? Can we score some points?

[Ada · Rating 5 out of 5]

A “Tough, Detailed, Together” look at the 2024-25 season

It was such a joy to read this well-written and detailed look at the 2024 Eagles! I loved reliving every bit—it was great to read and rewatch old mic’d ups and highlight videos at the same time. Got me fired up!

[Marianne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved reliving last season!! Go Birds!!🦅

[Rich Maybaum · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book! Great writing which let me relive such an incredible Eagles season! Fly Eagles Fly

[Marisa Hayes · Rating 5 out of 5]

I can’t give an Eagles book anything less than 5 stars, especially when it’s about a Super Bowl-winning season. Go birds!