Jason Kelce, Lane Johnson, and Jordan Mailata are ringing in the holidays early: the Philadelphia Eagles trio has teased that A Philly Special Christmas is gearing up for Year 4.
The official A Philly Special Christmas Instagram account posted a playful three-photo carousel showing Kelce, 37, Johnson, 35, and Mailata, 28, peeking through a red curtain in matching green sweaters embellished with snowflakes and their Eagles jersey numbers. The caption kept things simple and festive — "Did somebody say Christmas…" — with the account chiming in the comments, "Be honest, have you missed us?"
The tease continued on Instagram Stories, ending with a slide that read, "Ready for Year 4?" Fans responded in kind, flooding the comments with holiday hype. One user wrote, "OMG- don’t tease me….. please tell me this is really happening," while another added, "LETS GOOOOOOO!!!!!"
Eagles Trio Teases A Philly Special Christmas 4
Launched in 2022, A Philly Special Christmas has quickly evolved from a feel-good side project into a bona fide holiday tradition — and a charitable force. The first album, released on December 23, 2022, put the spotlight on teammates-turned-crooners singing Christmas classics with the kind of camaraderie Eagles fans know well. It set the tone for a project that celebrates music, community, and Philadelphia in equal measure.
Since then, the players’ holiday efforts have featured contributions from across the Eagles family. Across the first three albums, the ensembles included appearances by longtime play-by-play announcer Merrill Reese and players Jalen Hurts, A.J. Brown, Brandon Graham, Haason Reddick, and Jordan Davis. While details for the upcoming tracklist remain under wraps, the latest Instagram tease suggests the tradition is far from over.
Notably, the third A Philly Special Christmas installment had initially been positioned as the capstone to the series. The new tease — complete with the "Ready for Year 4?" prompt — makes it clear the holiday spirit is still going strong.
A Star-Studded Surprise: Stevie Nicks Joined The 2024 Album
A Philly Special Christmas has steadily grown in scope and star power, culminating in a standout collaboration on the 2024 album. Music icon Stevie Nicks recorded a duet of "Maybe This Christmas" with Kelce, marking the project’s most high-profile guest appearance to date.
Kelce reflected on the moment during an October 2024 episode of his New Heights podcast, calling the experience "absolutely unreal." As he put it, "The legendary Stevie Nicks came on and did a duet with me. Which in itself is, like, pretty crazy to actually be on a track with Stevie Nicks." He continued, "[She’s] probably the most legendary female singer, especially of her generation … [and so] the fact that I’m singing with her, this legend, is pretty unreal."
The Nicks collaboration underscored how the project has transcended novelty. What began as a locker room lark has matured into a polished, philanthropic holiday record — one that can attract Hall of Fame talent while keeping its roots firmly in Philadelphia.
Philly-Focused And Philanthropic
From the start, A Philly Special Christmas has been designed to give back. All proceeds benefit charities that support children across the Philadelphia area. The third album — originally believed to be the finale — raised funds for Operation Snowball, an initiative organized with The Fund for the School District of Philadelphia. The goal, per the project’s website, is "to make every student in Philly public schools feel seen and celebrated this holiday season."
The charitable reach extended even further with donations directed to CHOP’s Snowflake Station and CCTC’s Toy Drive, strengthening the album’s impact throughout the city’s network of children’s services. It’s a mission-first ethos that has turned each release into more than just a seasonal soundtrack.
That community-first approach has also helped fuel fan enthusiasm. Eagles supporters — and holiday music fans more broadly — have embraced the project for channeling the city’s passion into tangible support for families, schools, and kids who need it most. Judging by the latest wave of Instagram comments, that goodwill isn’t slowing down.
What We Know About Year 4
While the team has yet to share a release date or tracklist for the teased fourth album, the social media rollout follows a familiar playbook: a lighthearted visual tease, a festive caption, and a promise of more to come. If past years are any indication, further details will arrive via the project’s Instagram account and official site as the holidays draw closer.
What’s clear is that Kelce — now a retired NFL center — remains fully committed to the seasonal tradition alongside stalwart linemates Johnson and Mailata. Their blend of team chemistry, surprise guest spots, and charitable focus has become a reliable dose of holiday cheer for Philadelphia and beyond.
For now, fans will have to keep an eye on the A Philly Special Christmas channels for updates. If Year 4 follows the pattern of its predecessors, expect a festive rollout that balances familiar carols, Eagles camaraderie, and a continuing commitment to local causes — delivered with the same warmth that has made the project a holiday favorite.
