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Gov. Wolf Makes 'Sweet' Bet With Louisiana Governor Ahead Of Eagles-Saints Matchup

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PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Eagles fever is spreading across the state of Pennsylvania. Governor Tom Wolf made a "sweet" bet with Louisiana Governor Jon Bel Edwards ahead of Sunday's Eagles-Saints matchup.

Governor Wolf tweeted Saturday morning saying he bet a box Philadelphia's beloved Tastykake Butterscotch Krimpets on the Eagles winning.

Governor Bel Edwards bet New Orleans' specialty Manny Randazzo King Cakes, a Mardi Gras tradition, on the Saints.

"I bet @LouisianaGov Jon Bel Edwards @Tastykake Butterscotch Krimpets that the Birds would win. He's betting New Orleans' [specialty] king cakes. Looking forward to a sweet win," read Gov. Wolf's tweet.

The Eagles play the Saints at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Sunday at 4:40 p.m.

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