The Chiefs have failed the ‘three-peat’ and were defeated by the Eagles last Sunday. 

This year the game was in New Orleans, full of culture from the pre-kick off show. There were many great performances from Jon Batiste, Trombone Shorty, Lauren Daigle and Ledisi, with my personal favorite performance from Trombone Shorty and Lauren Daigle on “America the Beautiful”. Although she did not perform, Taylor Swift was watching from the crowd to support her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, having many Eagles fans booing her from the stands. Jon Batiste did the honor of singing the national anthem with his beautiful piano playing. 

For the first half of the game the Eagles dominated. Their defensive line out powered the Chiefs’ offensive line and prevented Patrick

Mahomes from “doing his magic”. The first quarter ended with the score of 7-0 (Eagles) from a touchdown by Jalen Hurts. The second quarter was a travesty for the Chiefs. Play after play it felt that Eagle’s defense dominated, as Mahomes had less than 40 yards passed after the second quarter. Their score was aided by a pick-6 by Cooper DeJean, a field goal, and a touchdown by AJ Brown. 

At halftime, Kendrick Lamar delivered an electrifying performance of his award-winning hits, alongside special guest SZA. With his most notable songs being: Not Like Us, Humble, tv off (ft Mustard), Luther, and All The Stars. His performance with SZA was a standout moment of the night, as the duo brought incredible energy to the stage, captivating the audience with their chemistry and powerful vocals. The production was visually stunning, with dynamic lighting, and a stage design that complemented Kendrick’s performance perfectly.

As the second half began, the Chiefs were still hopeful for the three-peat. Patrick Mahomes started to find his rhythm and the Chiefs’ offense began to click, with Travis Kelce making several key receptions to move the chains. However, the Eagles’ defense remained relentless, forcing Mahomes to scramble and make difficult throws under pressure. Despite the Chiefs’ efforts, the Eagles’ offense continued to dominate, with Jalen Hurts connecting with his receivers and making smart decisions to extend drives. The third quarter ended with the Chiefs getting a touchdown and Eagles getting two touchdowns and two field goals.

In the fourth quarter the Chiefs’ defense stepped up, forcing a crucial turnover when Chris Jones sacked Hurts, causing a fumble that was recovered by Nick Bolton. This gave the Chiefs excellent field position, and Mahomes capitalized on the opportunity by leading a quick drive that ended with a touchdown run by Isiah Pacheco. The Eagles, however, were not ready to give up their lead. Hurts had an amazing drive, stalling the clock and kept the Chiefs’ defense locked up. A key moment came when Hurts converted a critical third down with a perfectly placed pass to DeVonta Smith, extending the drive and putting the Eagles in field goal range. Jake Elliott sealed the deal with a 45-yard field goal, putting the Eagles up, with just under two minutes left in the game.

The Chiefs had one last chance to mount a comeback, but the Eagles’ defense held strong. Mahomes and the offense faced a 4th and long with just over a minute remaining, and despite a valiant effort, Mahomes’ pass to Marquez Valdes-Scantling fell incomplete. The Eagles took over on downs and ran out the clock, securing their victory and dashing the Chiefs’ hopes of a third ring.

As the game came to an end, the Eagles celebrated their win. Despite the loss, Mahomes and the Chiefs showed why they remain one of the most daunting teams in the league. The game ended with a score of Eagles 40 to the Chiefs’ 22, bringing home the win for Philadelphia. 

In true Philadelphia fashion, the following celebration consumed the city in cheer and chaos alike. The festivities commenced on February 14th near the South Philadelphia Sports Complex where players and coaches thanked the fans. Meanwhile, the City of Philadelphia experienced damages to storefronts, traffic lights, and public transportation from “excited” fans. Fortunately, the PPD was well prepared for the celebrations and minimized injuries and arrests among the crowds in the wake of the Eagle’s historic victory.