NEW ORLEANS — How do you pick against Patrick Mahomes in the biggest game of the year? You don’t.
That’s the simple way to make a pick for Super Bowl LIX. When the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles take the field Sunday at the Caesars Superdome, the Eagles will have a better roster and more top-end players, showcasing a physical style. But they don’t have Mahomes.
He is Mr. Clutch, arguably the best ever at making big plays. The Chiefs have shown resilience, winning 6 out of 7 games this season while trailing in the fourth quarter. In previous playoff matches where the Chiefs were behind in the final quarter, Mahomes secured six victories.
Will you bet against that?
Mahomes might not boast stellar numbers this season, but the addition of Hollywood Brown alongside Xavier Worthy has enhanced their receiving options, while the offensive line has improved thanks to Joe Thuney’s strategic shift.
Facing them will be the stern challenge of the Eagles’ defense, coached by Vic Fangio. Though they started slow in the season, they now stand as one of the NFL’s most formidable defenses, employing a strategic zone-centric approach that might challenge Mahomes’ adaptability to zone defense—an area he struggled with earlier in his career.
The Chiefs must prevent the Eagles’ Saquon Barkley from dominating the game. Barkley, a significant threat on every play, has excelled in his first season with the team.
When these two teams met previously in the Super Bowl, Hurts was notable, passing for 304 yards and rushing for 70 with three touchdowns, standing out as the finest player that day. However, his performance this season hasn’t matched that peak.
The game will hinge on Mahomes’ abilities. A tight game again in the fourth quarter means Mahomes and the Chiefs will need to capitalize on every opportunity.
Are you willing to bet against him performing under pressure? I’m not.
As Mahomes leads the Chiefs on a historical drive, expect him to find Worthy for the game-winning score in the final minutes, making Super Bowl history as the first team to win three consecutive titles.
At 29, Mahomes will be cementing his legacy as the greatest quarterback, emerging alongside Tom Brady as a pivotal figure in NFL history.
Predicted Score: Chiefs 30, Eagles 27
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