Massachusetts congressman wears Eagles helmet after losing Super Bowl bet

A Massachusetts lawmaker showed up to Capitol Hill in a Philadelphia Eagles helmet after coming out on the losing end of a Super Bowl LII bet.

Representative Michael Capuano made a bet with Robert Brady, who represents Pennsylvania's First Congressional District, prior to the game, his communication director confirmed to Steve Annear of the Boston Globe.

Capuano was spotted wearing the headgear Tuesday while attending a House financial services hearing.

Rep. Michael Capuano of Massachusetts enters the house financial services hearing in an EAGLES helmet. pic.twitter.com/cVxYJ3lBqJ

- Alan Rappeport (@arappeport) February 6, 2018

When you lose a bet you have to pay up. Congrats to the Eagles. As a lifelong Boston sports fan I understand droughts. Thanks to the Patriots for another great season. Pitchers and catchers report in less than 2 weeks. Go Red Sox! pic.twitter.com/ooXeuF3Z9N

- Rep. Michael Capuano (@RepMikeCapuano) February 6, 2018

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