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NFL fans got a game that only the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles fans really wanted to see in Super Bowl LIX. People were hoping for something new, but instead, they got these two teams again, who both won Super Bowls not long ago. It’s like getting the same toy twice for Christmas!
Still, Sunday’s game promises to be exciting.
The Chiefs and Eagles are gearing up for another face-off, and it’s expected to be a nail-biter. According to FanDuel Sportsbook, the Chiefs are just 1.5-point favorites. That means the game could go either way, making it super thrilling to watch.
SI’s Reed Wallach did some digging and found out that Patrick Mahomes and his team have a big advantage over the Eagles. He discovered that Mahomes has a knack for winning when the odds are tight, which is a tough challenge for the Eagles to overcome.
Patrick Mahomes is 7-0 ATS in the playoffs when the spread is inside of three points.
— Joe Osborne (@JTFOz) January 27, 2025
KC is favored by 1.5 in #SBLIX.
Mahomes has never lost in the playoffs when the point spread is less than three points. He’s been in seven such games and has won them all! This includes their last Super Bowl clash with the Eagles, where Kansas City snatched victory from the jaws of defeat with a field goal.
Mahomes isn’t just any quarterback; he’s one of the best ever. His playoff record speaks volumes: 17 wins and just one loss. In Super Bowls, he’s 3-1, and he’s perfect in those close-spread games. When things get tough, Mahomes seems to get even better, often pulling off amazing plays to lead his team to victory. The Chiefs are aiming for a rare three-peat, thanks largely to his incredible skills.
Even though the Eagles are super talented and maybe even better overall than the Chiefs, Mahomes is a game-changer. Betting against him in a close match could be risky business.
