Selected by Philadelphia in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft, linebacker Smael Mondon Jr. joined the Eagles following a foundational four-year collegiate career at Georgia. During his rookie season, Mondon carved out a vital role primarily as a dedicated special teams contributor and a reliable defensive depth piece. His consistent presence on the roster provided critical reinforcement to the Eagles' linebacker unit, flanking teammates like Jihaad Campbell and Jeremiah Trotter Jr. This game-used #42 midnight green jersey was worn by Mondon against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on September 28, 2025. Personally obtained from the Philadelphia linebacker following the game and authenticated by FanSecure technology, this jersey represents a tangible connection to the early contributions and professional journey of this defensive depth asset.