Trey Burton Talks Super Bowl, Eagles, and Life After Football
What is it really like to go from undrafted to Super Bowl hero—and then walk away from the NFL?
On this episode of The Leverett Ball Show, former NFL tight end Trey Burton shares the incredible story behind his career, including his unforgettable role in the iconic Philly Special during Super Bowl LII with the Philadelphia Eagles.
Trey opens up about how he overcame being overlooked coming out of college, what it was like playing alongside teammates like Nick Foles and Jason Kelce, and how he carved out a successful NFL career with the Eagles, Chicago Bears, and Indianapolis Colts.
He also dives into the challenges of retiring from football, including the loss of identity many athletes face, his decision to prioritize family, and how he’s finding purpose in life after the game.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
- How Trey Burton went from undrafted to Super Bowl champion
- The real story behind the Philly Special play
- What it’s like playing with Nick Foles and Jason Kelce
- The mental and emotional challenges of retiring from the NFL
- Why Trey chose family over continuing his football career
- His thoughts on NIL, the transfer portal, and the future of college sports
⏱️ Episode Highlights:
00:00 – Trey Burton’s journey from Florida to the NFL
07:30 – Overcoming being undrafted
14:10 – The Philly Special: behind the scenes
22:45 – Playing with Nick Foles and Eagles culture
30:20 – Life in Chicago and Indianapolis
36:50 – Why Trey retired from the NFL45:10 – Mental health and identity after football
52:30 – NIL and the transfer portal discussion
🎯 About the Guest:
Trey Burton is a Super Bowl-winning tight end best known for throwing the touchdown pass on the iconic Philly Special play in Super Bowl LII. He played for the Eagles, Bears, and Colts and is now focused on family, advocacy work, and life after football.
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