In one of the more surprising moments of the offseason, Ivanka Trump paid a visit to the Philadelphia Eagles’ facility — and what she left behind has fans and players talking.
During the visit, Trump reportedly spent time touring the building, chatting with staff, and observing team operations. But the highlight came when she stopped by the locker of cornerback Eli Ricks, where she left a short, handwritten note.
While the exact contents of the message remain private, sources say it was encouraging, respectful, and personalized — prompting reactions ranging from curiosity to admiration. Ricks, a young talent looking to carve out a bigger role in the Eagles' secondary, was reportedly surprised but appreciative of the gesture.
“Didn’t expect that today,” Ricks told teammates, according to one insider. “But it was cool.”
The visit wasn’t part of any political event — in fact, it was said to be personal and low-key. Ivanka, who has kept a relatively low public profile in recent years, was in the area and requested a private walk-through of the team’s facility. Why she singled out Ricks remains unclear, but it’s possible their paths crossed through mutual contacts or charity work.
Fans on social media quickly turned the interaction into a viral moment, with hashtags like #IvankaAtTheLinc and #NoteForRicks trending regionally.
In a city known for its passion and surprises, this unexpected connection between a political celebrity and a rising Eagles player added another layer of intrigue to the offseason storyline.
