WATCH: Jason Kelce shares story of Flyers legend Claude Giroux coming into the Eagles locker room ready to ‘arm wrestle anybody’

NFL locker rooms are filled with massive, intimidating athletes, but Philadelphia Flyers legend Claude Giroux apparently was never one to shy away from a challenge—at least according to Eagles legend Jason Kelce.

Claude Giroux as I’m sure you know, was a star with the Philadelphia Flyers, but he wasn’t just dedicated to hockey—he was also a big fan of the Philadelphia Eagles and their Hall of Fame center, Jason Kelce.

If that’s not enough to cement his Philly roots, Kelce even had some hilarious stories to share about Giroux’s competitive spirit on his popular podcast, New Heights.

Now with the Ottawa Senators, Giroux originally made his mark as a member of the Flyers, having been drafted 22nd overall by Philadelphia in 2006. But despite dedicating his life to hockey, it seems he wouldn’t have been too out of place on the football field, at least when it came to attitude.

Let’s be clear: Hockey players are psychopaths and Claude Giroux is a prime example. With nearly 1,200 NHL games under his belt, the 36-year-old has taken plenty of hits and honestly, maybe one too many?

On the New Heights podcast, Kelce reflected on Giroux’s unique fire when talking about hockey players who might have made it in the NFL.

According to Kelce, Giroux’s fearless nature was clear during his visits to Lincoln Financial Field when the two were in Philly. “He used to come in and ask to arm wrestle anybody,” Kelce laughed. “So mentality-wise? Yes.”

Claude Giroux would enter the Eagles locker room to ‘arm wrestle anybody’

I think Wayne Gretzky could’ve played any sport tbh @Mintmobile pic.twitter.com/wgVHOfYQRe

— New Heights (@newheightshow) October 21, 2024

Now, let’s be real: Giroux’s 5’11”, 188-pound frame wouldn’t make him a natural NFL fit, especially when standing next to a guy like Kelce, who’s 6’3″ and nearly 300 pounds.

But the confidence Giroux exudes is something you’ve got to respect. After all, going toe-to-toe with NFL players takes more than just muscle—it takes a certain level of fearlessness, and Giroux seems to have that in spades.

So maybe Giroux wouldn’t have been breaking tackles on Sundays, but his fearless demeanor would certainly fit right in with the gridiron mentality.

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