LOS ANGELES – Rob McElhenney, the actor known for his role in “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,” managed to watch the Eagles-Buccaneers wild-card game on Monday night while attending the Emmy Awards ceremony in Los Angeles. McElhenney, who recently won five Emmys for the sports documentary “Welcome to Wrexham,” which he co-owns with actor Ryan Reynolds, found a way to keep tabs on both events. Despite the Eagles’ struggle to close the regular season with five losses in six games, McElhenney expressed confidence in his team and predicted a 27-24 victory against the Buccaneers.
McElhenney’s passion for the Eagles is well-documented. Last year, he coordinated a tailgate event before the Eagles-49ers NFC Championship game, where he screened the Wrexham game on television outside of Lincoln Financial Field. The actor, who bought Wrexham FC with Reynolds in 2020, commented on the similarities he sees between the Eagles and Wrexham, emphasizing their significant role in their respective communities.
While McElhenney attended the Emmy Awards, he disclosed that he would be watching the Eagles game and occasionally checking in with the Emmys to see who won. He posted a picture on social media showing himself watching the game from the theater audience. It seems that McElhenney’s commitment to his team and love for the game cannot be dampened, even by a prestigious event like the Emmys.
The first half of the Eagles-Buccaneers game saw Tampa Bay take the lead with a touchdown pass from Baker Mayfield and three field goals from Chase McLaughlin. Despite the halftime deficit of 16-9, McElhenney’s optimism for his team remained unwavering.
The outcome of the game and McElhenney’s prediction of a victory with a score of 27-24 to set up a divisional round game against the Lions are yet to be determined. However, it is clear that the actor’s dedication to the Eagles and his commitment to watching the game while attending the Emmy Awards demonstrate his passion for both his team and his craft. McElhenney’s ability to multitask and show support for the Eagles despite his busy schedule illustrates his unwavering loyalty to the sport and his roots in Philadelphia.
As the Eagles and the Buccaneers battled it out on the field, McElhenney’s presence at the Emmy Awards sparked curiosity and excitement among fans who admire his work on “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” and his success with “Welcome to Wrexham.” Whether the Eagles emerge victorious or not, McElhenney’s passion for the game and his dedication to his team remain evident. The actor’s dual commitment to both the Emmy Awards and the Eagles game illustrates the balance he strikes between his professional achievements and his love for sports.