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<h1>After the Super Bowl: The Other Rings</h1>
<p><strong>FOUR MONTHS AFTER</strong> the Philadelphia Eagles' defeat in Super Bowl LVII, Cam Jurgens checked the team schedule and noticed a phrase that caught his attention: "Ring Ceremony." It was June 2023, and the loss to the Kansas City Chiefs still stung. Jurgens, then a second-year offensive lineman, questioned the significance of a ring for finishing second, commenting, "What the hell is the ring ceremony for?"</p>
<p>The ceremony involved watching highlight clips from the season, showcasing accomplishments like a 13-1 record and 70 sacks. The Eagles then received personalized conference championship rings, a token for their second-place finish. Jurgens expressed his lack of enthusiasm, considering it a "participation trophy that I had to pay taxes on," stating, "It’s a reminder that, hey, you made it all the way to the mountaintop and failed."</p>
<p>According to the NFL's operations manual, teams losing in the Super Bowl receive awards for winning their conference, traditionally in the form of rings. Yet, many players seem oblivious to this. During recent interviews, only a couple acknowledged they would receive something for their efforts, unlike other sports where second-place finishes are celebrated, like Olympic silver medals or MLB runner-up rings.</p>
<p>Jurgens doesn’t recall wearing his NFC championship ring, which has become especially irrelevant since the Eagles claimed victory in Super Bowl LIX. He noted, "I'm a lot more proud of that," referring to his championship ring.</p>
<p><strong>THE RING DESIGN PROCESS</strong> is competitive, especially on Super Bowl Sundays. Jason Arasheben, CEO of Jason of Beverly Hills, crafts rings for various sports leagues and was behind the Eagles' elaborate Super Bowl ring worth about $40,000, crafted from diamonds and white gold. Reaching out to the losing teams for their rings requires delicacy as they need time to recuperate from their loss before discussing the subsequent "runner-up" rings.</p>
<p>In 2024, the San Francisco 49ers opted for runner-up rings with diminished enthusiasm, as they have a rich history of championships. Team owners sometimes want to celebrate their season's journey, wanting a keepsake that helps reflect on their achievements. The 49ers’ NFC championship ring is appraised at $10,000 and features white diamonds, showcasing their status, albeit reluctantly.</p>
<p><strong>IN REFLECTION</strong>, players from the 1991 Buffalo Bills, who faced a string of Super Bowl losses, came to view their AFC championship rings with pride, appreciating the significance of reaching the Super Bowl. They strengthened their bonds over shared experiences, with one player noting, "I think losing brings guys close together." Conversely, today’s players have varied feelings about conference championship rings, often expressing their desire for the ultimate prize: the Super Bowl ring.</p>
<p>As excitement builds for the Super Bowl, many players find it challenging to think about anything other than winning. There’s a clear preference for the larger, more coveted Super Bowl rings, with many viewing the runner-up rings as mere reminders of what could have been. Yet, for some, these rings symbolize the effort and achievements that led them to that moment.</p>
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