The Kansas City Chiefs stand on the brink of American football immortality, eyeing a potential dynasty as they head into their fourth Super Bowl in the last five seasons. Can they defeat the San Francisco 49ers? Their quest for a third title in this span, with a chance to become the first back-to-back champions since the 2003-2004 New England Patriots, hinges on three key factors.
Quarterback Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers (L) on December 17, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona and Quarterback Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs (R) on December 10, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Christian Petersen and JAMIE SQUIRE / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / AFP)(AFP)
Quarterback Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers (L) on December 17, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona and Quarterback Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs (R) on December 10, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Christian Petersen and JAMIE SQUIRE / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / AFP)(AFP)
QB Patrick Mahomes:
Undoubtedly the heart of the Chiefs’ offensive prowess, Mahomes enters Super Bowl LVIII in scintillating form.
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With six consecutive postseason victories and no interceptions in that span, the 28-year-old quarterback is set to start his fourth Super Bowl before the age of 30. Mahomes’ postseason stats since 2022 speak volumes: a 70% completion rate, 11 passing touchdowns with zero interceptions, and a 107.6 passer rating – all ranking him at the top among his peers. His ability to dissect defences and exploit weaknesses was evident in a Week 7 win against the 49ers in the 2022 season, where he threw for 423 yards and three touchdowns.
