At least three members of the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles won't attend the team's expected visit with Donald Trump at the White House as wide receiver Torrey Smith, defensive back Malcolm Jenkins and defensive lineman Chris Long are confirmed as expected absences.
Tim McManus of ESPN.com provided the update Wednesday and passed along comments from Smith about his decision to skip the traditional NFL championship celebration.
"Going to the White House should be seen as an honor, and I believe it is an honor, but to me it has to be an honor with the right type of respect in office.