Eagles' Jordan Hicks gets engaged

Jordan Hicks is getting married. The Philadelphia Eagles middle linebacker recently proposed to his girlfriend, Ivana Rodriguez. Congratulations are in store for the 24-year-old Hicks, whose birthday is today (June 27), and his fiancée.

She said yes!!! Humbled and honored to begin a new chapter in life with my best friend! What a perfect day!

A photo posted by Jordan Hicks (@jhicks_3) on Jun 26, 2016 at 6:10pm PDT

✨Being loved by you is the greatest blessing! You protect and guide me. You love me on the good days and the bad. You're humble, forgiving, and courageous. I am so thankful to have a man like you who shows me Jesus in the way you love, care for, and lead me. I cannot wait to start this new journey with YOU by my side #isaidYES

A photo posted by ⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀Ivana Rodriguez (@ivanakaryhn) on Jun 26, 2016 at 6:05pm PDT

Hicks greatly exceeded expectations as a rookie in 2015. The Texas alumnus wouldn't have even gotten playing time if it were not for multiple injuries at the inside linebacker position. Hicks seized his opportunity and never looked back. He consistently made big plays during his time as a starter before suffering a season-ending injury in November. Hicks figures to be a key part of Philadelphia's defense moving forward.

Hicks' Eagles teammates are very happy for their pal, Simba.

Congratulations brother! https://t.co/MTK2cnrf7H

— Zach Ertz (@ZERTZ_86) June 27, 2016

Congrats bro https://t.co/DvBaFBCLuf

— Brandon Brooks (@bbrooks_79) June 27, 2016

https://t.co/mgAJS7VleJ

— Trey Burton (@TreyBurton8) June 27, 2016

Yeah man!! Congrats bro!!! https://t.co/9bPCJtM0YX

— Chris Maragos (@ChrisMaragos) June 27, 2016