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Eagles’ Jordan Mailata Honors Former Construction Co-Worker’s Family With $10K Monthly Promise

Eagles’ Jordan Mailata Honors Former Construction Co-Worker’s Family With $10K Monthly Promise

Before Jordan Mailata became one of the most dominant offensive linemen in the NFL, he was just a teenager in Sydney, Australia, spending long, exhausting days at construction sites to help his family make ends meet. The work was tough, the pay was little, but the dreams inside him were huge.

Among his coworkers was an older man named Sam, who saw something special in the young Mailata. When Mailata stayed late to chase his rugby dream or came to work too tired to lift another beam, Sam would quietly step in — finishing shifts, sharing meals, and covering for him so he wouldn’t lose his job.

Years later, after making it to the NFL with the Philadelphia Eagles, Mailata learned that Sam had fallen ill and could no longer work. Without any cameras or announcements, he began sending $10,000 every month to support Sam’s family, covering their bills and helping his children continue their education.

“He didn’t just help me at work — he helped me believe in myself, and I told myself that if I ever made it, I’d make sure his family never had to struggle again, and I’ll keep that promise for as long as I can.”

The story came to light only after a family friend shared it online, and it quickly spread across the Eagles community. Fans praised Mailata not just for his play on the field, but for his loyalty and humility off it.

From a dusty construction site in Sydney to the roaring cheers of Lincoln Financial Field, Jordan Mailata’s story isn’t just about football — it’s about gratitude, faith, and a promise that defines what it truly means to never forget where you came from.

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