And then there were two.
The Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles are not strangers to each other. The two were in this same situation two years ago in what was the ultimate Andy Reid revenge game. Now, the stakes are higher for Kansas City's three-peat chase, and the Eagles are hoping to reestablish themselves as annual contenders.
The extra week of preparation, rest, and buildup should have fans' anticipation for this game at a fever pitch. The anti-Chiefs narratives have fans threatening to boycott this year's Super Bowl, but after Kansas City breaks viewership record after record, those threats from faceless social media profiles ring hollow. This is the biggest game of the year, with the surrounding entertainment to match that level. Kansas City fans should be used to these stakes by now.
The Chiefs are at full strength, but so are the Eagles. Both of these head coaches know what it takes to reach the Super Bowl, but only one has the ring(s) to show for winning it. The margins of error are minuscule in New Orleans. How does the Arrowhead Addict staff see this game going down? Let's find out.
Our writers predict the Kansas City Chiefs outcome in Super Bowl LIX
Patrick Allen
Every Super Bowl, the primary storyline is that the team the Chiefs are facing has a better top-to-bottom roster but that the Chiefs have the QB and coaching advantage. Well, that is the case again this year. The result is that the Chiefs find a way to win. This one will come down to the Chiefs protecting the football. The Eagles love to go for turnovers and are especially proficient at causing fumbles. Philly is too good for the Chiefs to give them extra possessions. If K.C. protects the ball, they'll win another close one, probably after trailing by 10 points in the first half because, you know, they're the Chiefs.
Chiefs 27, Eagles 24
Matt Conner
The real Super Bowl was last week. I couldn’t be any less scared of the Eagles than I am after watching the Chiefs get the best of the NFL all season long. That’s not to be disrespectful of their talented roster, but the truth is no one is beating Andy Reid’s team this season.
Chiefs 30, Eagles 22
Braden Holecek
I do not think this game will have as many points as the Chiefs-Eagles Super Bowl did two years ago. The key will likely be in the trenches. Can Kansas City frustrate Jalen Hurts with exotic blitzes from Steve Spagnuolo? Or, will Philadelphia actually get more pressure on Patrick Mahomes than they did two years ago? Outside of the two pass rushes, I am watching the tight ends on each side. Can either team defend better against the tight end than they have through stretches of this season? If not, it could be a long day for the defenders over the middle. Kansas City wins another close game and completes the historic three-peat.
Chiefs 27, Eagles 24
Felix Johnson
The moment we’ve all been waiting for. I do expect LIX to have shades of LVII’s game plan. Jalen Hurts’ passing day may look good to the neutral observer, but the end result will come down to the better HC-QB duo. Saquon opens a new door, but expect the more consistent duo to prevail.
Chiefs 30, Eagles 24
Scott Loring
Intuitively, one would think that the Chiefs can help themselves by getting an early lead and keeping Saquon Barkley from dominating this game. However, here's a funny stat for you: the only time in which the Chiefs scored first in a Mahomes/Reid Super Bowl was the one in which they lost (Tampa Bay in the 2020 season). Meanwhile, they're 3-0 in Super Bowls when the other team scores first. Makes sense. The Chiefs will continue their late-season offensive prowess in this one, as Patrick Mahomes once again proves that he is the preeminent professional athlete in all of modern-day sports. Hollywood Brown scores his first-ever touchdown in a Chiefs uniform, and Travis Kelce surpasses 100 yards en route to the Super Bowl MVP award in his final game in the NFL.
Chiefs 41, Eagles 24
Jacob Milham
Can Kansas City do this? Can they do that? All the cans are enough to fill a food donation box. What are things the Chiefs will do? They will lead the passing attack. They will be the toughest defense Philadelphia has faced this postseason. They will set the pace against the Eagles. They will always have the mental edge and enough bulletin board material to last a decade. But, most importantly, they will win.
Chiefs 38, Eagles 35
Greg Morse
I feel more confident in this matchup with the Eagles than I did with the Bills two weeks ago. Then again, last time I thought the Chiefs would have an “easy” Super Bowl win, they got blown out by the Buccaneers, so I’m tempering expectations. I don’t think Kansas City will have a problem stopping Saquon Barkley. Spags has historically handled really good running backs (namely Derrick Henry, on multiple occasions). This should shift the focus to Jalen Hurts. I’m not sure he can beat this team with his arm. On the other side, I am concerned about the o-line. Joe Thuney has worked admirably at left tackle, but the last time the Chiefs had a questionable OL in the Super Bowl, they were absolutely crushed. All in all, I think the Chiefs win this one, but not without some drama.
Chiefs 34, Eagles 27
Shawn O'Brate
This is it. History on the line. Andy Reid after two weeks off. All of the receivers (minus Rice) are healthy and have successfully found their roles in the offense. This could be the type of game that sees Kansas City score 35+ as they did in the last SB matchup against Philly. The defense is my only concern, especially considering Saquon is going to be well-rested and close to multiple rushing records. Even then, the Chiefs' secondary can put a good hold on the Eagles’ superstar receivers, eventually giving up one or two plays that will make Chiefs Kingdom put their heads in their hands. With all that said, I think history and fate are on Kansas City’s side. I think this game is much like the last big game against the Eagles, ending with a similar game-winning field goal and a defensive stand that puts the game away.
Chiefs 34, Eagles 30
Charles Robinson
The moment has never been bigger nor the stakes higher, but if there's ever been a group of players to take on that pressure, it is these Kansas City Chiefs. The matchups will be debated, the strengths and weaknesses of each team will be discussed, but one thing will define Super Bowl LIX—who is more prepared for the moment, and which team can keep itself in the moment for 60 minutes on Sunday. The Chiefs are dialed in more so than ever, and I don't see them letting the moment, and history, escape them.
Chiefs 31, Eagles 23
Stacy D. Smith
The Chiefs' date with destiny has arrived. The winner of this game will largely be determined by who wins in the trenches. The modified front Kansas City brought to the dance will keep Mahomes upright in this game, and he will remind everyone why he's the NFL's premier player. Kareem Hunt will keep the offense on schedule with tough early-down yardage. The Chiefs' defense will win and lose battles with the Philadelphia defensive line, but do enough to corral Saquon Barkley. This game won't play out with the same drama as the first meeting in SBLVII. The Eagles score late to make the game look closer than it actually was, and the Kansas City Chiefs make history by winning their third consecutive Super Bowl.
Chiefs 28, Eagles 21
Lucas Strozinsky
After advancing to Super Bowl LVIII last year, I made a pledge to never bet against Patrick Mahomes in the playoffs ever again. If the Chiefs win this game, there's no debating that Mahomes is the second-most accomplished QB in NFL history. The Eagles are loaded, but Kansas City has the better coaching staff and quarterback, plus more experience. The Chiefs will three-peat.
Chiefs 28, Eagles 24