'Trying To Bring Another Title': Former Eagle Jay Ajayi Will Represent Philadelphia Union During 2020 eMLS Cup
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A former Philadelphia Eagles running back and Super Bowl champion is going from pro sports to esports. The Philadelphia Union announced on Tuesday that Jay Ajayi will be representing the club during the 2020 eMLS Cup.
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— PhilaUnion (@PhilaUnion) January 7, 2020
Tap ???? to help welcome @jaytrain as he reps the Union in our #eMLS tournaments this season!
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This makes Ajayi one of the first professional athletes to become a pro gamer.
The Union are the current champions of the eMLS Cup and will look to continue their success with the Jay Train at the helm.
"As a competitor, I want to carry the torch — next man up. I'm just trying to bring another title to the Union."
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— finesse (@FinesseNBF) January 7, 2020
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Philadelphia with be hosting the first series in the eMLS completion on Jan. 10, when Ajayi will make his debut.