Most people know Jordan Mailata as the towering offensive tackle bulldozing defenders for the Philadelphia Eagles.
But on Saturday night, fans got a whole new look at the Super Bowl champ—this time with a microphone in hand and a country ballad on his lips.
Backstage at a Chris Stapleton concert held at Lincoln Financial Field, Mailata shocked everyone in the best way possible by belting out an emotional rendition of the country star’s hit, “Tennessee Whiskey.”
And the crowd—including Stapleton himself—was here for it.
Singing with Soul: Mailata’s “Tennessee Whiskey” Performance Steals the Show
Captured in a now-viral TikTok clip posted by reporter Jennifer Johnson, Mailata made the most of his backstage moment.
The Australian-born NFL star wasn’t just humming a few lines—he went all in with soulful vocals that stunned his audience.
Chris Stapleton, the Grammy-winning legend and support act for the night, stood nearby as Mailata delivered the song with the kind of passion usually reserved for stadium touchdowns.
Even Stapleton was impressed, giving Mailata a handshake and a smile of approval.
Jason Kelce and Friends Get a Front Row Seat to the Unexpected Talent
Among those watching the moment unfold were former Eagles center Jason Kelce, who’s no stranger to Mailata’s musical abilities.
The two have performed together before, and clearly, the chemistry runs deep beyond the football field.
The backstage area was buzzing as VIP guests got to witness the surprise serenade.
Stapleton may have been the official entertainer for the evening, but Mailata managed to steal a bit of the spotlight.
Not His First Rodeo: Mailata’s Growing Reputation as a Music Man
While many might be shocked at Mailata’s vocal chops, die-hard Eagles fans already know about his hidden talent.
Over the past few years, he’s become a regular on the Eagles’ Christmas album, harmonizing alongside Kelce and Lane Johnson to raise money for charity.
And who could forget his stint on The Masked Singer? Competing as “Thingamabob” during Season 7, Mailata impressed the judges and made it surprisingly far in the competition.
He’s also one-third of the music trio “The Philly Specials,” a fun musical side project with his Eagles teammates.
From Football Fields to Fairways: Mailata Cheers on PGA Star Finau
Mailata didn’t stop his weekend of fun with just a song. On Sunday, he popped up at a golf tournament to support his close friend, PGA Tour golfer Tony Finau.
Clearly, this NFL star is just as loyal off the field as he is on it.
Meanwhile, the Kelce Family Celebrates Mother’s Day with the Swifts
As Mailata made his musical rounds, Jason Kelce had a more low-key Sunday.
He joined his wife Kylie, his brother Travis, and their mom Donna for a Mother’s Day lunch in the city.
Joining them were none other than Taylor Swift and her mother Andrea, who’ve grown close to the Kelce family.
It was a sweet and wholesome day for one half of the Eagles bromance, while the other half was still riding high from a night of unexpected vocal glory.