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Philadelphia Eagles superstar offensive lineman Jordan Mailata does not go to bed hungry on the nights before NFL games.
Jordan Mailata, listed at 6-foot-8 and 365 pounds, has emerged as one of the best offensive tackles in the game since becoming a regular starter back in the 2020 season. Maliata was a seventh-round pick (233rd overall) in 2018, but the former rugby star endured several injuries that prevented him from suiting up in his rookie and sophomore years.
Mailata’s impressive size, athleticism and work ethic have been key components in his feel-good story and rise to NFL stardom. On top of that, Mailata crushes a Superman-like meal on the night before each game to order to keep himself in game shape.
In an appearance on “The Dave Chang Show”, Mailata detailed what he eats as a meal before he goes to bed for Eagles games.
Mailata stated he has an entire bx of bow-tie pasta with shrimp, rosé sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, garlic, salt, pepper and chili flakes. And that’s only part of the meal, as he also crushes a 20-ounce steak, three pieces of garlic bread and a Sprite.
For breakfast, Mailata eats an eight-egg omelette with spinach, cheese, and mushrooms, anywhere from four to eight pancakes and orange juice. Though he admits it’s partially a superstition, Mailata also enjoys the meal any time he eats it.
Mailata revealed there was one time where he went against the meal plan and gave up a sack in the following game, hence why he stays committed to his routine.
Jordan Mailata’s Meal Plan Is Working Perfectly
Judging by his incredible athleticism, physique and performance on the field, it’s clear that Mailata has no reason to move away from his meal routine. It’s clearly working, both physically and mentally.
Mailata and the Eagles will open their 2024 season with a showdown against the Green Bay Packers on Sept. 6 in São Paulo, Brazil.