Almost exactly 14 months ago, the tension was beginning to show around the Philadelphia Eagles, but after a strong year, Nick Sirianni has the City of Brotherly Love dreaming of Super Bowl success.

For weeks, Nick Sirianni has been a model of respect and decorum. For weeks, the Eagles have been virtually unstoppable. This is not coincidence. “I love his passion, his genuineness,” said Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie on Monday.

The coach can't help himself. He can be emotional. Impulsive. Petty. "He’s always gonna be feisty," says left tackle Jordan Mailata.