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Who is the Pepsi Tailgate MVP?

These two Eagles fans put on all-time tailgates before Birds games.

Jeffrey Farren and Eagles legend Jon Dorenbos
Jeffrey Farren and Eagles legend Jon Dorenbos

Eagles fans are known for their iconic tailgates, so the team and Pepsi partnered to find the best setups across the Lincoln Financial Field lots.

Amidst many applications, two stood on their own. Jeffrey Farren in Lot F2 and Temple "Hurricane" LaRue in Lot H1 were each named the Pepsi Tailgate MVPs.

Here's a look at each of their tailgates:

Jeffrey Farren

Jeffrey Farren — Lot F2

Jeffrey is a 37-year Season Ticket Member and started his tailgating tradition with his father, who ran the show. Jeffrey's dad passed away in 2004, and he quickly became the leader of the tailgate.

About five years ago, Jeffrey changed the food menu, now serving classic foods from the city of the team the Eagles are playing. He researches each city and then connects with restaurants and businesses in that area to get the food shipped in. Jeffrey also has cheesesteaks on the menu each week as a local tie.

In addition to having decorations around the tailgate honoring his father, Jeffrey and the crew document each game/tailgate in photo albums.

Hurricane LaRue

Hurricane LaRue — Lot H1

Hurricane's tailgate has a mix of high-quality food, entertainment, and a welcoming community spirit. The menu includes wings, cheesesteaks, brisket nachos, ribeye steak, and specialty fried fish sandwiches, along with ice-cold Pepsi.

The motto of the tailgate is, "Everyone eats, everyone belongs."

"Our tailgate is about more than just pregame' it's about building community and creating memories," Hurricane said.

Hurricane also brings live music to every tailgate as DJ Hurricane LaRue, where he pumps up the crowd and plays Philly classics.

"It's not just about food and drinks' it's about the culture, the camaraderie, and the celebration of our team," Hurricane said. "Fans come for the cheesesteaks and wings, stay for the music and energy, and leave with new friends. We don't just tailgate' we set the tone for gameday." — Written by Matt Ryan

Hurricane LaRue

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