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Eagles win Super Bowl LIX, denying Chiefs history in dominant fashion

The Philadelphia Eagles halted NFL history in its tracks, as they dominated the Kansas City Chiefs, 40-22, to win Super Bowl LIX at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on Sunday night.

The Chiefs were looking to be the first team in NFL history to win three straight Super Bowls, but the Eagles, a team who lost to the Chiefs two seasons ago in the “Big Game,” made sure to enact revenge.

Philadelphia now has its second Lombardi Trophy for the organization, having defeated Tom Brady and the New England Patriots in 2018.

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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, left, celebrates with wide receiver DeVonta Smith, right, after a touchdown by wide receiver A.J. Brown during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Those that believed the Eagles would win this game didn’t see it coming in this fashion, as they dominated the Chiefs in all three phases from the beginning of this game right until the end.

The Chiefs, one of the best offenses in the NFL this season, and a team that has obvious history in this game over the past two years, had just 34 total yards of offense in the first half as the Eagles defense was thriving against the offensive line.

Mahomes was never comfortable, and it showed as they punted their first three possessions. Meanwhile, despite punting on the first possession, the Eagles were able to get in the end zone the second go-around.

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After moving downfield, Jalen Hurts found Jahan Dotson for a 28-yard strike, which was initially believed to be the first touchdown of the game. But, after review, Dotson was spotted down at the one-yard line.

But you know what happens there.

Hurts was tush-pushed into the end zone to put the Eagles up 7-0, and they didn’t look back after that.

It was clear throughout both halves how uncomfortable Mahomes was, as the Eagles’ pass rush continued to get home no matter how many players were sent by defensive coordinator Vic Fangio.

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, left, celebrates with wide receiver DeVonta Smith, right, after a touchdown by wide receiver A.J. Brown during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Mahomes was sacked at most five times in a single game in 2024, and the Eagles tallied six on the night, showcasing their domination. But it wasn’t just the defensive line – the secondary was putting in work, too.

It came in the first half when rookie cornerback Cooper DeJean, who celebrated his 22nd birthday, picked off Mahomes on a scrambling throw and ran it all the way back for a 38-yard pick-six, which put the Eagles up 17-0.

Mahomes would throw yet another interception on the first play of a drive already deep in their own territory late in the second quarter. Two plays later, Hurts found A.J. Brown, which he did in Super Bowl LVII as well, for a touchdown that almost felt like a dagger at 24-0.

When the second half kicked off, the Chiefs were already in desperation mode, and five plays into the first drive, they were forced to punt. And after the Eagles kicked a field goal, Mahomes saw his fourth-and-short pass knocked down as he turned it back over to the Eagles.

Then, the true dagger was seen in this game, as DeVonta Smith, who grew up an hour from New Orleans in Amite City, Louisiana, broke out a 46-yard touchdown catch on a perfectly thrown ball from Hurts.

At 34-0, the deficit was insurmountable for Mahomes and the Chiefs, even if rookie Xavier Worthy found the end zone on a 24-yard pass from Mahomes.

But ultimately, the Chiefs were never close to a comeback as the Eagles kept making plays, and never let the classic “Mahomes Magic” get put to work.

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) celebrates after catching a touchdown pass during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Doug Benc)

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History wasn’t made in New Orleans on Sunday, but the Eagles will forever be the team that halted what seemed to be the unstoppable Chiefs.

The Eagles are not just flying — they’re soaring as Super Bowl champions yet again.

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Scott Thompson is a sports writer for Fox News Digital.

February 10, 2025
1st Super Bowl LIX controversial call goes Chiefs’ way, social media explodes

There was an early penalty flag in Super Bowl LIX that went the Chiefs’ way, and social media, right on cue, went ablaze.

On 4th-and-2, the Eagles opted to keep the offense on the field, and Jalen Hurts found A.J. Brown deep for a first down.

However, the referees were quick to throw a flag on Brown for offensive pass interference.

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Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown makes a catch against Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Trent McDuffie during the first half of Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome.

The flag bumped the Birds back 10 yards rather than put them in the red zone, and they had to punt instead.

Nick Sirianni was red-hot about what even FOX broadcaster Kevin Burkhardt said was “controversial,” and even rules analyst Mike Pereira said he didn’t see enough.

It seems like they spoke for most of social media.

The Eagles were able to force a punt, but it sure changed the dynamic of the start of the ballgame, even though it may have been the right call.

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni reacts against the Kansas City Chiefs in the first quarter of Super Bowl LIX. (Stephen Lew-Imagn Images)

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There has been lots of chatter about the referees favoring the Chiefs throughout the season, and after a beneficial call late in the AFC title game against the Bills, the cries were even louder.

However, in a sense of potential makeup calls, Kansas City wound up being called for a personal foul for unnecessary roughness on third down on Philly’s next drive. It continued the Birds’ drive, and they took advantage of it with their patented tush push several plays later to go up 7-0 in the first.

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The Chiefs are aiming to become the first team to win three consecutive Super Bowls.

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February 10, 2025
Chiefs’ Chris Jones dabs eyes as emotions take over during Super Bowl LIX national anthem

The Super Bowl brings the emotions out of everyone.

Kansas City Chiefs star Chris Jones dabbed his eyes with a tissue as five-time Grammy Award winner Jon Batiste sang the national anthem before the Super Bowl.

This is not the first time Jones has cried during the national anthem. He did so in last year’s Super Bowl win over the San Francisco 49ers and throughout the playoffs in the Chiefs’ run to the big game this season.

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Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones takes the field before Super Bowl LIX against the Philadelphia Eagles at Caesars Superdome. (Kirby Lee-Imagn Images)

The last time these teams met up in the Super Bowl, Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni let the tears flow during the national anthem, but this time around he did not.

The Chiefs defeated the Eagles, 38-35, in Super Bowl LVII, a win that began their quest for becoming the first team to win three consecutive Super Bowls.

After beating the 49ers last year, the Chiefs are now on the precipice of history.

A lot of the Chiefs stars from that first Super Bowl against the Eagles are still playing big roles on this current team.

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Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones greets President Donald Trump before Super Bowl LIX. (Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images)

Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Jones, Harrison Butker are among key contributors from that game are still playing a major role this season.

For the Eagles, the biggest difference is the addition of star running back Saquon Barkley.

Barkley has been the catalyst for the Eagles offensive success and is in the midst of one of the most dominant running back seasons in NFL history.

Barkley ran for over 2,000 yards in the regular season and continued his strong play in the playoffs.

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Over three playoff games, Barkley ran for 442 yards and five touchdowns, leading the Eagles to the big game.

Jones will have to regain his emotions quickly to try and slow down Barkley and the potent Eagles offense and help lead the Chiefs to history.

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Ryan Canfield is a digital production assistant for Fox News Digital.

February 10, 2025
Chiefs’ DeAndre Hopkins arrives at Super Bowl LIX wearing late father’s coat

A few months ago, the Tennessee Titans sent DeAndre Hopkins to the Kansas City Chiefs in exchange for a conditional draft pick. Hopkins experienced his fair share of ups and downs in less than two full seasons in Tennesee.

But this Sunday, Hopkins will play in the Super Bowl for the first time in his career. Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles players and coaches began arriving at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on Sunday afternoon as the highly anticipated kickoff drew near.

Hopkins arrival featured arguably the best pregame outfit. The star wide receiver walked toward the Kansas City locker room wearing a fur coat, which was once owned by his late father.

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DeAndre Hopkins of the Kansas City Chiefs arrives prior to Super Bowl LIX. (Cooper Neill/Getty Images)

Hopkins’ dad died in a car accident in 1992, according to ESPN. The future NFL star was just 5 months old at the time. The coat was passed on to Hopkins after his father’s death.

ESPN also noted that Hopkins made a vow to himself that he would wear the treasure coat on the same day of his wedding ceremony or the day of the Super Bowl, whichever event happened first.

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins celebrates after scoring against the Los Angeles Chargers during the first half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. (Denny Medley-Imagn Images)

Hopkins is not currently married, but the Chiefs are playing in a third consecutive Super Bowl, which gave the star receiver a reason to pull the coat from the closet.

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Sunday’s big game also marks the ninth time Hopkins will compete in a postseason game. He has recorded 38 catches for 457 receiving yards over those eight previous games. Hopkins is also credited with one receiving touchdown.

Hopkins has not been featured much in this year’s playoffs so far. The five-time Pro Bowler has one catch for 11 yards heading into Super Bowl LIX. He finished the regular season with 437 yards and hauled in four touchdowns over his 10 games with the Chiefs.

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The Chiefs and Eagles meet in the Super Bowl at 6:30 p.m. ET on FOX.

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February 9, 2025
Trump greets Chiefs star on field at Super Bowl LIX after picking them to win Lombardi Trophy

President Donald Trump arrived at Caesars Superdome on Sunday, marking the first time a sitting president had ever attended the Super Bowl.

In a pre-taped interview with Bret Baier, the president tabbed the Kansas City Chiefs as his pick to win the big game.

As he entered the stadium, he took some time to walk around the field and shook hands with Chiefs star defensive lineman Chris Jones.

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President Donald Trump, left, shakes hands with Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones (95) before the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Jones has often been emotional during the playing of the national anthem, especially during the playoffs. He explained to reporters during the week why he cries.

“Quick story. I was watching the movie ‘300.’ One of my favorite movies, you know? Right before they go into battle, you have some like, crying, because they’re so mad. They’re going to war,” he said. “In a sense of playing football, I actually go into that mindframe, like, I might not make it home tonight – knowing I’m going to make it home, but knowing I’m going to war. It’s going to get bloody. It’s going to get physical. I might not make it out. I might make it out. So in the midst of the national anthem, I have to put myself in that mindframe.”

Feb 9, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones (95) greets President Donald Trump before playing against the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX at Ceasars Superdome. (Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images)

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Trump said he was hesitant about making a pick because of the greatness that will be on the field. But, he took experience over all.

“I watched this great quarterback, who has, by the way, has a phenomenal wife,” he said, referencing Patrick and Brittany Mahomes. “She’s a Trump fan. She’s a MAGA fan, so I happened to love her, but she’s a great person.

“I guess you have to say a quarterback who has won as much as he’s won, I have to go with Kansas City.”

Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was less than enthusiastic about Trump making the game, saying he could do “whatever he wants.” Both Mahomes said it was “cool” to play in front of him, while Traivs Kelce called it an “honor.”

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The six-time Pro Bowler had five sacks and 37 tackles in 15 games this season. He has a sack and five tackles in the playoffs this year. He has 3.5 sacks in 21 playoff games in his career.

If Trump’s pick comes to fruition, the Chiefs would become the first team in NFL history to win three consecutive Super Bowls. The potential historic run began two years ago against the Eagles.

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February 9, 2025
Chiefs’ Chris Jones explains emotional burst of tears during national anthem

If there’s one safe bet anyone can make before Super Bowl LIX, it’s that the players and coaches’ emotions will be running high from the time they get up in the morning through the game.

Kansas City Chiefs star Chris Jones is not one to hide his tears as “The Star-Spangled Banner” is played before the game. He’s been seen letting his tears stream down his face before the game starts – whether it’s in the playoffs or during the regular season.

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Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones participates IN Super Bowl lix Opening Night, Monday, Feb. 3, 2025, in New OrleanS. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

He explained to reporters during the week why he cries.

“Quick story. I was watching the movie ‘300.’ One of my favorite movies, you know? Right before they go into battle, you have some like, crying, because they’re so mad. They’re going to war,” he said. “In a sense of playing football, I actually go into that mindframe, like, I might not make it home tonight – knowing I’m going to make it home, but knowing I’m going to war. It’s going to get bloody. It’s going to get physical. I might not make it out. I might make it out.

“So in the midst of the national anthem, I have to put myself in that mindframe.”

Jones’ emotions were first put in the national spotlight before the Chiefs played the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship during the 2018-19 season. The Patriots won that game.

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Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones during the AFC Championshp game against the Buffalo Bills, Jan. 26, 2025, in Kansas City. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

Since then, the broadcast cameras have found Jones letting it loose in the sidelines.

“I’m also retracing and going over all the obstacles it took me to get here, in a sense. Thinking about that, all that manifesting,” Jones added. “Tears start rolling because I’m so angry. I’m going through so many emotions. Anything (negative) somebody said like, three weeks ago, I’m remembering. I’m just full of emotions.”

Jones is one of the fiercest defenders Kansas City has on its defensive front.

The six-time Pro Bowler had five sacks and 37 tackles in 15 games this season. He has a sack and five tackles in the playoffs this year. He has 3.5 sacks in 21 playoff games in his career.

Jones will look to give Eagles fans something to cry about on Sunday.

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February 9, 2025
Oddsmaker says it is ‘an aberration’ that Vegas, NFL are in cahoots to benefit Chiefs

The consensus is that the Kansas City Chiefs have gotten the benefit of the whistle, but some have taken it a bit far.

Rob Gronkowski even admitted in a recent interview with Fox News Digital that he thought “something” was up with the officials.

But another about whether the NFL has been benefiting the Chiefs, which in turn is giving sportsbooks some extra money.

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Dec. 8, 2019; Foxborough, MA: Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid talks to a referee during the first half against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium. (Paul Rutherford-USA Today Sports)

But that’s not happening, said one longtime oddsmaker.

“Not buying it. I just think it’s an aberration,” DraftKings director of sports operations Johnny Avello said in a recent interview with Fox News Digital.

Avello admitted that the Chiefs “have caught a couple of good calls and breaks for maybe the last half-year or so,” but sometimes, that’s just the way it goes.

“That’ll change at some point,” added Avello. “I don’t think the refs are doing anything intentionally, I just think that it’s happening and things are going their way.”

Avello did admit that the Chiefs provide an added popularity that would lead to more proposition bets.

“The case in point here is the Chiefs have Kelce, Kelce brings Taylor Swift, people see Taylor Swift, then all of a sudden, more people are interested in the NFL, and we start making props around Kelce and the whole team,” said Avello.

DraftKing’s rival in FanDuel even has “Swift Specials” where you could bet propositions that are named as several of Swift’s songs.

Kelce says feeling the support from Swift has been an “amazing experience.” (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

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But at the end of the day, “I don’t think any teams are bigger than the game itself,” Avello said.

The Chiefs are currently 1.5-point favorites on DraftKings, a number that has not changed at all since it originally opened almost two weeks ago.

“Usually there’s some movement. . . . Nothing has moved on the side,” Avello said.

However, Avello noted that 70% of money and wagers were on the underdog Philadelphia Eagles.

“In normal circumstances, when you’re getting plus-money on such a small point spread, this is the betting of some bettors, ‘I don’t think a team is gonna win by one, so why am I going to take the 1.5? Might as well take the plus-money. That’s the rationale behind it,” Avello added.

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But could people be using their Chiefs fatigue to bet against them? Possibly, but that’s not a sound strategy.

“If you’re betting money, and you want to win a game, I don’t think you should use the dislike factor. You should bet with who you really think is winning the game,” Avello added.

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February 7, 2025
NFL referees union blasts theories claiming existence of Chiefs bias: ‘It is insulting and preposterous’

While the Kansas City Chiefs continue preparations for Sunday’s Super Bowl matchup with the Philadelphia Eagles, the back-to-back champions cannot seem to escape the chatter about NFL referees.

The debate on whether the Chiefs have benefited from favoritism from game officials has seemingly raged on for months. Earlier this week in New Orleans, the Super Bowl LIX host city, league Commissioner Roger Goodell dismissed claims that officiating crews are biased in favor of the Chiefs. Goodell described the allegations as “ridiculous.”

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NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, left, talks with a referee before an NFL wild card playoff football game between the Los Angeles Rams and Minnesota Vikings on Monday, Jan. 13, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

“That’s a ridiculous theory for anyone who might take it seriously,” Goodell said Monday. “It reflects a lot of the fans’ passion, and I think it also is a reminder for us how important officiating is. And I think the men and women that officiate in the NFL are outstanding.”

The union representing NFL officials later released a statement thanking Goodell and called allegations that officiating crews are biased in favor of the Chiefs or any other team “insulting and preposterous.”

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“Commissioner Goodell’s comments that it is ‘ridiculous’ to presume that NFL officials are not doing everything possible to make the right call on every play is spot on,” Green said. “Officiating crews do not work the same team more than twice each regular season. It is insulting and preposterous to hear conspiracy theories that somehow 17 officiating crews consisting of 138 officials are colluding to assist one team.”

Referee Scott Green waits for play to resume during the 2014 Pro Bowl at Aloha Stadium on Jan. 26, 2014 in Honolulu. (Scott Cunningham/Getty Images)

Chiefs owner Clark Hunt also shrugged off the idea that the franchise has gotten preferential treatment from referees, saying you “almost have to laugh at” the idea.

Coming back late and pulling off close wins seemed to have been a hallmark of the Chiefs’ season. In the AFC championship game victory over the Buffalo Bills, controversy erupted shortly after referees ruled quarterback Josh Allen inches short of a crucial first down in the fourth quarter.

However, a deeper look at all the penalties involving Kansas City shows no signs of systematic bias. The Chiefs have been penalized for 120 more yards than their opponents in the regular season and playoffs since the start of the 2022 playoffs.

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Green attempted to ease fans’ concerns by saying referees are committed to “doing everything humanly possible” to get calls right.

“There are many things that fans can worry about over a 17-game season, such as coaching decisions, player injuries, the weather and, yes, even close calls on incredible plays made by incredible athletes,” Green said. “But you can rest assured that on every single down, NFL officials, both on the field and in the replay booth, are doing everything humanly possible to officiate every play correctly.”

The Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles meet in the Super Bowl on Sunday, Feb. 9, at 6:30 p.m. ET on FOX.

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Chantz Martin is a sports writer for Fox News Digital.

February 7, 2025
Chiefs’ Andy Reid responds to NFL officiating debate: ‘They don’t favor one side or the other’

While Andy Reid is primarily concerned with getting a win for the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, concerns about the way the Super Bowl will be officiated are also being brought to his attention.

Over the past several months, fans, sports commentators and social media observers have debated whether the Chiefs have benefited from favoritism from NFL referees.

Reid quickly shot down the idea, saying officials “don’t favor” the Chiefs, or any other team.

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Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid speaks to referee Shawn Hochuli during the second half against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass., Dec. 17, 2023. (Eric Canha/USA Today Sports)

“They don’t favor one side or the other. … That’s not how this thing goes. I don’t think the officials care about what’s said,” Reid said. “They’re doing their job, and they’re doing it to the best of their ability.”

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Reid argued the perceived favoritism creates a “good story” but is not based in “reality.”

“It’s a good story, but that’s not the reality of how it works,” he added. “You’d be insulting them to think that’s what they do. They go out, and they call it like they see it. There’s some, as a coach, I sit there and I go, ‘I don’t agree with it.’ There are some I agree with. That’s how it goes.”

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid talks to a referee during the first half against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass., Dec. 8, 2019. (Paul Rutherford/USA Today Sports)

During a press conference in New Orleans earlier this week, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell dismissed assertions that officials have given the Chiefs an advantage.

“That’s a ridiculous theory for anyone who might take it seriously,” Goodell said Monday. “It reflects a lot of the fans’ passion, and I think it also is a reminder for us how important officiating is. And I think the men and women that officiate in the NFL are outstanding.”

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Coming back late and pulling off close wins seemed to have been a hallmark of the Chiefs’ season. In the AFC championship game victory over the Buffalo Bills, referees sparked contoversy when they ruled quarterback Josh Allen inches short of a crucial first down in the fourth quarter.

The critical measurement ignited questions about whether the NFL should adopt a form of ball-tracking technology.

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Chiefs owner Clark Hunt also shrugged off the idea that the back-to-back Super Bowl champions have gotten preferential treatment from referees, saying you “almost have to laugh at” the idea.

The NFL Referees Association described the criticism as “insulting and preposterous.”

The Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles meet in the Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 9, at 6:30 p.m. ET on FOX.

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Chantz Martin is a sports writer for Fox News Digital.

February 7, 2025
Ex-NFL star Todd Gurley details what Chiefs, Eagles players going through mentally to prepare for Super Bowl

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NEW ORLEANS – The Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles have both been in this position before, ahead of Super Bowl LIX.

Experience in this high-pressure environment is certainly an advantage for those players that went through this nerve-wrecking week, but what exactly are these players experiencing behind closed doors?

One former NFL player revealed what was on his mind before he got a crack at the Lombardi Trophy.

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NFL free agent running back Todd Gurley reacts during the 2021 MLS All-Star Game at Banc of California Stadium. (Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports)

“Honestly, you start thinking about gifts that you’re gonna buy yourself when you win, and you get the winning earnings,” ex-Los Angeles Rams and Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley told Fox News Digital on Radio Row on Wednesday. “You’re not thinking ahead, but you’re like, ‘We’re gonna go to Vegas and celebrate.’”

Gurley joked that, with both Kansas City and Philadelphia cold this time of year, whoever wins will not be staying long after the parade.

Now, Gurley, unfortunately, didn’t get that winning feeling in Super Bowl LIII, falling to Tom Brady and the New England Patriots, 13-3, to cap the 2018 season. Gurley had just 10 carries for 35 yards, as the Rams struggled mightily on offense.

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Gurley explained how the team was trying to prepare like it was a normal week when they got to Atlanta.

“You just try to treat it like a normal week, but you know you only got a couple days left so you just want to lock in,” he explained while also discussing his partnership with Bush’s Beans. “You’re like, ‘Couple days left. Let’s lock in.’ And then you try to be as cliché as possible like, ‘it’s just another game, it’s just another game.’”

However, what the Chiefs and Eagles might have figured out the first time facing each other in the Super Bowl was this, at least from Gurley’s perspective.

“Honestly, when the game came, I can definitely say it was by far one of the fastest games I’ve ever played in,” he said. “It was like a blur. I really don’t remember too much from it. It was super, super fast.”

The adrenaline pumping with millions watching can reach all-time highs for players, and Gurley even mentioned halftime being too long due to the pomp and circumstance of the signature halftime show.

Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley, #30, runs the ball against New England Patriots defensive back Jonathan Jones, #31, and outside linebacker Elandon Roberts, #52, during the fourth quarter of Super Bowl LIII at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. (John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports)

Again, there are only a handful of players on each team who do not know this feeling of going through meetings, media availabilities and practices, knowing only one game remains for glory.

For the Chiefs, they basically have a routine now with the Super Bowl, as they can make history with three straight Lombardi Trophies won, becoming the first team in NFL history to do so.

However, players like Jalen Hurts, A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith and others want revenge, as the Eagles fell to the Chiefs, 38-35, in Arizona in this game two years ago.

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Preparation is key, but even with that and experience, the pressure of performing on the biggest stage anywhere is immense. The Super Bowl is where legends are made, and Gurley understood that when he took the field at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in February 2019.

COOKIN’ UP SUPER BOWL DELIGHTS WITH BUSH’S BEANS

Today, Gurley’s preparation for the “Big Game” involves getting in the kitchen to whip up some tasty eats at home, which he always loves to do.

Being out in Los Angeles, Gurley said he gets to have cookouts all the time. What he cooks is the main question, but there seems to be a constant: baked beans.

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It is not just the standard Bush’s Original, which Gurley believes is more than fine. He prefers his family’s secret recipe.

“You want to spice it up a little bit,” he said. “Obviously, you usually go with the original. But you just start seeing stuff. Before YouTube and all this stuff, you learn it from the family or your learn it from your friends like, ‘Hold on, what was that you put in it the other day?’ And then you start adding stuff, so you do ground beef if you’re a beef guy, or you do turkey. Obviously, onions go with a lot of things – can’t go wrong with that. Some green peppers, some brown sugar, and then some bacon bits.”

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February 6, 2025