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Patrick Mahomes (2018-present)

As Tom Brady's illustrious career was drawing to a close, Patrick Mahomes began his journey as a superstar quarterback. Despite losing twice to Brady in the playoffs, Mahomes’ initial seven seasons are heralded as possibly the greatest stretch a quarterback has ever enjoyed.

The star quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs has already secured three Super Bowl victories and has snagged two league MVP awards, with five Super Bowl appearances placing him among the elite quarterbacks in history.

Last season, Mahomes clinched his third Super Bowl title in a thrilling overtime matchup against the 49ers. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)

Statistically, Mahomes has also made his mark, throwing for 5,000 yards and 50 touchdowns in his first season as a starter—a feat only matched by Peyton Manning. Additionally, he achieved the remarkable milestone of being the fastest player to reach 200 touchdown passes and 30,000 passing yards in NFL history. Notably, his 5.9 touchdown percentage ranks third all-time in the Super Bowl era!

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Eagles: Overcome the Blitz

Under pressure, all quarterbacks tend to struggle, and Jalen Hurts is no exception. The disparity in his performance when under duress compared to a clean pocket is among the starkest in the NFL. With the Chiefs ranking 13th in overall blitz rate, defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo has proven exceptional in scheming unblocked pass rushers since joining the team.

Hurts is capable of extending plays with his mobility, but he primarily relies on power running rather than elusiveness to evade being sacked. His performance under duress has sharply declined, with a drastic drop in both yards per attempt and his success rate when facing pressure this season.

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35. 2019 Chiefs, Super Bowl LIV Champions

This team marked the return of the Lombardi Trophy to Kansas City after a lengthy absence of fifty years! Although their offense wasn’t quite as explosive as the team from Mahomes’ MVP breakout season in 2018, they showed resilience by overcoming significant deficits in all three playoff victories, culminating in a 31-20 Super Bowl win over the 49ers, where Mahomes was named MVP despite two interceptions.

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2. Can the Eagles Defense Manage the Chiefs' Dynamic Player?

Patrick Mahomes is often overlooked as a significant rushing threat in the playoffs. In the regular season, Mahomes averages about 3.9 rushing attempts and 20 yards per game; however, in the playoffs, those numbers rise to 5.4 attempts for 29 yards. In a recent playoff game against the Buffalo Bills, he recorded a career-high 11 rushing attempts.

Mahomes’s past Super Bowl performances included critical rushing plays, with the most recent showcasing him gaining crucial yards in a high-stakes drive. The Eagles’ defense will need to contain Mahomes as a runner to limit his impact.

Mahomes Responds to Luka Doncic Trade | SI

As Mahomes prepares for another Super Bowl with the Chiefs, he joined fans nationwide in reacting to the shocking NBA trade involving Anthony Davis and Luka Doncic. Known as a devout Mavericks supporter, he expressed his surprise with an honest tweet saying, “Wait, what?”

Mahomes has frequently shown his passion for basketball, often attending games and rooting for Doncic from courtside.

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Ravens’ Tucker Faces New Allegations | ESPN

A total of nine massage therapists in the Baltimore area have made allegations against Tucker. Reports claim these incidents occurred during his initial five seasons in the NFL. One accuser presented an internal report from 2015 detailing inappropriate conduct from Tucker.

Russell Wilson Discusses Future with Steelers | NFL.com

Following a playoff defeat to the Ravens, Wilson expressed his desire to stay with the Steelers and emphasized the importance of his journey in Pittsburgh.

Wilson’s first season as a starter saw him go 6-5 after returning from injury. Despite a rocky finish to the season, he maintains a positive outlook for the future.

Coaching Stability Leads to Success

As Andy Reid embarks on his twelfth season with the Kansas City franchise, he has led the team to five Super Bowl appearances in six years. The Chiefs’ choice to maintain continuity has been crucial to their success.

Reid was appointed in 2013 after parting ways with the Philadelphia Eagles. His first season was promising, promptly improving the team's record significantly from the previous year.

Early challenges, including a potential 1-5 start, tested the resolve of Reid and his coaching staff, who leaned on one another to navigate through adversity.

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