The Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles once again meet in the Super Bowl. This time, a little bit more than the Lombardi Trophy is on the line in New Orleans.
Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Andy Reid and the rest of the Chiefs squad will stare down NFL history when they take the field in the Caesars Superdome: No team has ever won three consecutive Super Bowls, something that Kansas City will achieve with a win.
The Chiefs certainly have the squad with which to do it. Despite questions over its ugly regular-season wins, Kansas City finished 15-2 and bounced chief rival Buffalo in the AFC championship game en route to its fifth Super Bowl appearance in six years. Whether it’s their high-powered defense or that trademark Mahomes magic, the Chiefs have found ways to finish the job all season.
The Eagles are looking for something themselves: Revenge for their Super Bowl 57 loss to Kansas City. This time around, Philadelphia is a more well-rounded team, thanks in no small part to running back Saquon Barkley. Barkley has been stellar in Eagles green, dominating on the ground in his first year in the City of Brotherly Love.
It doesn’t stop with Barkley, however. Philadelphia’s star-studded squad, featuring Jalen Hurts, A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith and others, is perhaps the most talented team that Kansas City has faced in the Super Bowl. That all means this matchup has the makings of an NFL classic.
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Will the Chiefs continue to make and capture NFL history? Or will the Eagles prove revenge is a dish best served down on the bayou?
The 2024 NFL season reaches its epic finale Sunday night. USA TODAY Sports will be covering everything from Super Bowl 59 game day, from the national anthem to the postgame celebration, below. All times are Eastern.
Eagles 34, Chiefs 0: Hurts finds DeVonta Smith for long TD
On their first play of their next drive, Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts faked a handoff to Saquon Barkley and found wideout DeVonta Smith deep for a 46-yard touchdown. Jake Elliott’s extra point is good and the Eagles build their lead even more with 2:40 to go in the third quarter.
Chiefs can’t overcome holding call, turn over on downs
A holding call on tackle Jawaan Taylor nullified a seven-yard run by Patrick Mahomes to force a 3rd-and-13 from the Chiefs at their own 38. An eight-yard completion to Travis Kelce made it 4th-and-5 but the Chiefs were not able convert as Eagles cornerback Avonte Maddox knocked the ball down.
That forced a turnover on downs and Philadelphia’s offense takes over at the Chiefs’ 38-yard line with 2:50 to go in the third quarter.
Eagles 27, Chiefs 0: Jake Elliott makes second FG of game
The Eagles drove 74 yards in 11 plays but quarterback Jalen Hurts couldn’t find DeVonta Smith in bounds on 3rd-and-goal. The Eagles had to settle for a 29-yard field goal and Jake Elliott knocked it through, his second of the night.
Hurts had multiple key scrambles on the drive to move the sticks for the Eagles’ offense. He had two runs for 30 yards, the first on a 3rd-and-5 at their own 25-yard line.
Kansas City will get the ball back with 5:18 to go in the third quarter.
Jalen Hurts stats
Philadelphia’s quarterback made a key first-down conversion with his legs in the Eagles’ first drive of the second half. Hurts is 13 of 17 passing for 133 yards, one touchdown and one interception. He also has nine carries for 41 yards and a touchdown on the ground.
Eagles sack Mahomes twice to force punt
A drive that started out better than before ended in similar fashion for the Chiefs. Philadelphia sacked Mahomes on consecutive plays to force 3rd-and-17 from the Chiefs’ own 37. Patrick Mahomes scrambled for eight yards but couldn’t move the chains.
Josh Sweat and Jordan Davis both notched sacks on the drive to give the Eagles five in the game. Philadelphia’s offense will take over from their own 20-yard line with 12:00 to go in the third quarter.
Chiefs manage second first down of the game
Kansas City’s offense is already off to a better start in the third quarter. Patrick Mahomes’ completion to Xavier Worthy gave them just the second first down of the night and their first since their opening possession.
Patrick Mahomes stats
The two-time defending Super Bowl MVP completed just 6 of 14 passes for 33 yards and two interceptions in the first half. The Chiefs start with the ball to open the second half.
Kendrick Lamar takes stage for halftime show
Rap superstar Kendrick Lamar is putting on a show in the Chiefs-Eagles halftime show. USA TODAY Sports is providing live updates and more from the show.
Eagles dominate first half, lead by 24 at the break
There is always a vast range of outcomes in the Super Bowl, but no one saw this coming. The back-to-back champs don’t even belong on the same field in New Orleans. Philly’s domination is the story, but the Chiefs’ struggles might be even bigger. For a team that always seems to find a way, they have no answers through 30 minutes of game action.
They’ll have about 30 minutes of real time before action resumes and then another 30 minutes of game time to pull off a miracle comeback. It’s a tall task, but Tom Brady once showed that a 25-point comeback is possible. Sorry, Falcons fans.
DeAndre Hopkins’ drop forces Kansas City punt
That was the Chiefs’ first half in a nutshell. Mahomes escaped pressure and finally found a receiver on the move. Except that receiver was Hopkins and he can’t haul it in despite no one being in his zip code. Kansas City punts, securing a first half shutout.
Eagles-Chiefs score: A.J. Brown finds the end zone to extend the lead
The Eagles are making it look easy in the Big Easy. Brown, fresh off complaining to Nick Sirianni, gets his wish and waltzes into the end zone for the score. Philly is on cruise control.
Patrick Mahomes intercepted again
Well, so much for that.
Mahomes tosses another interception, this time to Zack Baun. The Eagles take over at the Kansas City 14, where they’ll try to add to the lead. It’s never truly over with the Chiefs, but it’s getting ugly early.
Chiefs finally get a stop, have chance to score before halftime
After Nick Bolton extended the Eagles drive with an unnecessary roughness penalty, the Chiefs finally get off the field. Mahomes has one more chance to get Kansas City on the board before Kendrick Lamar entertains the viewing audience.
Chiefs add another three-and-out, Eagles defense locks in
Tom Brady is in the booth calling this game and he’s watching a familiar script unfold. The Chiefs can’t protect Mahomes and he’s paying the price right now. Everything is difficult for the team in red-and-white, who remain in a 17-point hole. Four years ago, Mahomes couldn’t be protected and the Buccaneers went on for a blowout win in the Super Bowl, 31-9.
Eagles-Chiefs score: Patrick Mahomes tosses pick-six to Cooper DeJean
Well, happy birthday to Cooper DeJean. The Eagles rookie picks off Mahomes to celebrate year No. 22 and returns it to the house for a touchdown. The Chiefs have made a living on comebacks and close wins this season, but it might be time to panic in Kansas City.
Andy Reid’s team is getting punched in the face so far and is on the ropes, as Philly leads 17-0.
Eagles-Chiefs score: Jake Elliott extends the lead
After pretending to go for it on fourth down and then some false start funny business, Elliott puts three on the board from 48 yards away to push the score to 10-0. Depending on your perspective, this either feels insurmountable for the Chiefs or a missed opportunity for the Eagles, who have owned the ball all game and don’t have much to show for it. Time will tell.
Mekhi Becton injury update
While the interception wasn’t costly, the drive certainly was. The Eagles lost their right guard, Becton, on the series with a knee injury. He spent about 10 minutes in the medical tent, according to Tom Rinaldi, and is now questionable to return. Tyler Steen has taken over for the time being.
Chiefs go three-and-out, can’t capitalize on turnover
The interception goes to waste for Kansas City. Mahomes was looking for Travis Kelce on third down, but rushed the throw and can’t connect.
In other words, the Eagles’ defense is, well, flying around and having a major impact. A quick three plays is all it takes for them to send the ball back to Philly, who will take over at their own 45.
Jalen Hurts tosses interception, gifts Chiefs ball back
The Chiefs are reeling early in this one, but Hurts decided a late Christmas gift would be a good idea. He showcased some questionable arm strength in the face of pressure, lofting one up for Bryan Cook.
The chef comes down with it at the Kansas City two yard line. That’s where Mahomes and company will go back to work.
Eagles lead Chiefs at end of first quarter
Kansas City appeared to have pushed the Eagles out of field goal range with a 10-yard sack of quarterback Jalen Hurts by Chiefs edge rusher George Karlaftis on third-and-4 on the 35. However, refs flagged Charles Omenihu for defensive offsides. Instead, Philadelphia got another first down to extend its third drive.
Hurts’ quarterback keeper ended the first quarter when safety Chamarri Conner tackled him for a four-yard loss. The Eagles have the ball on the Kansas City 34-yard line and hold a 7-0 lead to begin the second quarter.
Eagles defense holding Chiefs, Patrick Mahomes in check
The Chiefs went three-and-out on their second possession of the Super Bowl. They gained seven yards on the first two plays before coming up empty on third down, and punter Matt Araiza’s fourth-down kick ended up in the end zone.
Philadelphia takes over for a third possession in the first quarter on its own 20-yard line.
Eagles get on board first courtesy of ‘Tush Push’
Jalen Hurts and the Eagles executed their “Tush Push” play to perfection from the 1-yard line to score the first points of Super Bowl 59. Hurts tried using a hard count a couple of times to no avail before taking the snap. He surged forward to get the one yard he needed for an Eagles touchdown.
Kicker Jake Elliott knocked through the PAT to make it 7-0 Eagles with 6:15 left in the first quarter.
Jahan Dotson puts Eagles in scoring position
Jahan Dotson seemed to have scored the first points of Super Bowl 59 when he caught a deep pass from quarterback Jalen Hurts down the right sideline. Running back Saquon Barkley stayed in the backfield to help block the blitzing Kansas City defenders, and Hurts took advantage of the 1-on-1 matchup.
However, a replay on Fox’s broadcast showed that Dotson may have been down just short of the goal line.
Referees flag Trent McDuffie for questionable unnecessary roughness penalty
After an incomplete pass intended for Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert on third down, refs flagged Chiefs cornerback Trent McDuffie for unnecessary roughness for contact to Goedert’s helmet. The penalty gave Philadelphia a first down to extend its drive.
The Eagles are on the Kansas City 28-yard line with under seven minutes to go in the first quarter. It’s still 0-0.
Eagles get stop, force Chiefs punt
The Eagles were able to stop the Chiefs on Kansas City’s first third-down play of the game. On a third-and-9 from the Chiefs’ 24-yard line, Philadelphia’s front applied pressure quickly, and quarterback Patrick Mahomes had to scramble away. His pass attempt was almost intercepted near the sideline but fell incomplete.
Cooper DeJean returned the punt for the Eagles on the following play, and Philadelphia will begin its second possession on its own 31-yard line.
Chiefs get benefit of first penalty, Eagles punt
The Eagles went for it on their first fourth down of the game. On fourth-and-2 from the 50-yard line, Hurts threw a deep pass and found wide receiver A.J. Brown on the sideline. The play was called back for offensive pass interference on Brown when he put his hand on cornerback Trent McDuffie’s face mask right before making the catch.
Fox color commentator Tom Brady was critical of the call, as was rules analyst Mike Pereira.
Philadelphia punted after the penalty, so the Chiefs will take over on their own 12-yard line.
Chiefs win coin toss, defer to second half
Referee Ron Torbert conducted the coin toss before kickoff. Chiefs defensive lineman Chris Jones correctly called tails as his team’s representative, and Kansas City elected to defer.
The Eagles will receive the opening kickoff in Super Bowl 59. The Chiefs will receive the kickoff to open the second half.
How long was the Super Bowl national anthem 2025?
The 2025 Super Bowl national anthem unofficially lasted 2 minutes flat, from the song’s first word to the end of the final note held. The over/under for the performance was set at 2 minutes and 0.5 seconds, so the under ended up hitting.
Caesars Superdome feels like home field for Eagles
Both teams have taken the field ahead of kickoff at Super Bowl 59 in New Orleans.
When actor Jon Hamm introduced the AFC champion Chiefs, the crowd’s booing was audible on the Fox broadcast. In contrast, fellow actor Bradley Cooper’s introduction of the NFC champion Eagles was met with raucous cheers and applause. It was a fitting representation of what is considered a “home” game for Philadelphia as the NFC champions in an odd year.
Chiefs fatigue? Boos greet defending Super Bowl champs
When the Chiefs were introduced during pre-game, loud boos could be heard throughout the stadium. “Chiefs fatigue” is real, researchers say.
According to survey data published Tuesday by data and technology company Numerator, 46% of the people who plan to watch Sunday’s game will be cheering for the Eagles, compared to 39% supporting the Chiefs. Yet among the Eagles supporters, more than 1 in 4 said they were only cheering for Philadelphia because they want to see the Chiefs lose.
What is the Eagles fight song?
The Eagles’ fight song is called, “Fly Eagles Fly,” or technically, “The Eagles’ Victory Song.”
Originally created by Charles Borrelli and Roger Courtland in the 1950s, the song took on new life before the turn of the century. The original version was known as “Fight, Eagles, Fight,” something that was changed in the newer lyrics.
It was designed to be Philadelphia’s version of Washington’s song, which is now known as “Hail to the Commanders.”
Is Paul Rudd a Kansas City Chiefs fan?
Yes, the famed actor is a diehard Chiefs fan. Among the most famed of Chiefs Kingdom, Rudd made an appearance at Super Bowl 59 and has celebrated on the field with the Chiefs in past Super Bowl appearances, as well.
Who is singing the Black national anthem?
Ledisi, a New Orleans-born singer-songwriter, sung the Black national anthem this year.
It’s the fifth year in a row the Super Bowl featured a performance of “Lift Every Voice and Sing.” The tradition began in 2021 with a pre-recorded Alicia Keys performance of the hymn before Super Bowl 55.
What time is the Super Bowl?
Kickoff: 6:30 p.m. ET (5:30 p.m. CT)
Kickoff for the Super Bowl is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET. Pregame festivities are all scheduled to happen around that 6:30 kickoff time, so the game may start a bit later than 6:30 p.m.
DeAndre Hopkins honors late father with mink coat
A 12-year veteran, DeAndre Hopkins is playing in the Super Bowl for the first time in his career after being traded from the Tennessee Titans to the Chiefs in October. His wardrobe Sunday was a way for him to honor his late father, he said this week.
“My dad died in 1992, and he left me a couple things. And one of the things he left me was a mink jacket,” Hopkins said. “And so I always said I would wear that mink jacket to my wedding or to the Super Bowl, whichever one happened first. And so, obviously I’m not married, so I’ma wear my daddy’s mink jacket.”
Does Travis Kelce’s brother play for the Philadelphia Eagles?
If you’re wondering if Jason Kelce is still playing, he does not. The elder Kelce, formerly an All Pro center for the Eagles, retired following the 2023 NFL season.
Eagles inactives vs. Chiefs
Brandon Graham is officially active vs. the Chiefs, giving the Eagles a little bit a of juice off the edge if needed. Otherwise, no surprises on the list.
Chiefs inactives vs. Eagles
The Chiefs are just about as healthy as they’re going to get entering their rematch vs. the Eagles, with no surprises on the list.
Is Patrick Mahomes playing in the Super Bowl?
Yes, Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is playing, and will start, Super Bowl 59, regardless of what memes online may say.
Despite suffering an ankle injury late in the regular season, Mahomes has been all systems go and has started throughout Kansas City’s playoff run.
Super Bowl 2025 TV channel
Fox will broadcast Super Bowl 59. Kevin Burkhardt (play-by-play) and Tom Brady (color commentary) will be on the call. Erin Andrews and Tom Rinaldi will patrol the sidelines.
Which NFL team has the most Super Bowl wins?
The Steelers are tied with the New England Patriots for the most Super Bowl wins with six.
Pittsburgh and Dallas have the unique distinction of playing each other more than any other team combination in Super Bowl history with three matchups.
Philadelphia mayor misspells ‘Eagles’
Philadelphia mayor Cherelle Parker made headlines 2 1/2 weeks ago when she misspelled “Eagles” while leading a cheer for the city’s NFL team.
“Let me hear you all say, E! L! G! S! E! S! Eagles!” she cheered ahead of Philadelphia’s NFC championship game clash with the Commanders. “Let’s go birds!”
Nevertheless, the Eagles went on to rout Washington, 55-23, just a few days later.
Bradley Cooper, Jon Hamm to introduce Eagles, Chiefs at Super Bowl
As kickoff approaches, keep an eye out for some familiar faces from the world of entertainment. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported a pair of NFL superfans in actors Jon Hamm and Bradley Cooper are part of the pre-game festivities.
As the two teams emerge from the tunnel leading to their respective locker rooms, Missouri native Hamm will introduce the Chiefs, while Pennsylvania’s own Cooper will introduce the Eagles.
Super Bowl 59 picks, predictions
Here’s how the USA TODAY Sports staff feels the Super Bowl will play out:
Joe Rivera: Chiefs 28, Eagles 24Tom Viera: Eagles 31, Chiefs 28Jacob Camenker: Chiefs 23, Eagles 20Jack McKessy: Chiefs 27, Eagles 24Ayrton Ostly: Eagles 28, Chiefs 25 Nick Brinkerhoff: Chiefs 27, Eagles 23Tyler Dragon: Chiefs 27, Eagles 24Jordan Mendoza: Eagles 27, Chiefs 25
Where are the Eagles from?
The City of Brotherly Love. Philly. The Cheesesteak Capital of the World. (That last one is unofficial.) Regardless, the Eagles hail from Philadelphia.
How many Super Bowls have the Chiefs won in a row?
The Chiefs are on the precipice of history: They’ve won two Super Bowls in a row (vs. the Eagles, Super Bowl 57; vs. the 49ers, Super Bowl 58), and a third would make them the first team in NFL history to win three Super Bowls in a row.
How old is Patrick Mahomes?
Patrick Mahomes is just 29 years old. His quick ascension to starter with the Chiefs means he could end up racking up wins and accolades for years to come. It may feel like Mahomes has been playing forever, but the 2024 season is only his eighth in the NFL.
Will Travis Kelce retire after the Super Bowl?
Kelce’s focus now, and into the future, is still on football. During Super Bowl opening night, Kelce was asked about where he sees himself in three years.
“Hopefully still playing football,” Kelce said. “I love doing this, I love coming into work every day. I feel like I still have a lot of good football left in me. We’ll see what happens. I know I’ve been setting myself up for other opportunities in my life. That’s always been the goal knowing football only lasts for so long. You have to find a way to get into another career and another profession. I’ve been doing that in my offseason. But for the most part, I plan on being a Kansas City Chief and playing football.”
That said, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Kelce is still weighing his future in the NFL, and that it’s “no lock” that he will play during the 2025 season.
Super Bowl 59 announcers
Fox Sports’ lead NFL broadcast team of Tom Brady and Kevin Burkhardt will call Super Bowl 59 from the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, where Brady won his first Super Bowl with the New England Patriots in February 2002.
Brady and Burkhardt will be joined by Erin Andrews and Tom Rinaldi on the sidelines.
Super Bowl 59 odds: Eagles vs. Chiefs moneyline, spread
The Chiefs are favorites to win over the Eagles in Super Bowl 59, according to the BetMGM NFL odds.
Spread: Chiefs (-1.5)Moneyline: Chiefs (-115); Eagles (-105)Over/under: 48.5
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How many Super Bowls have the Chiefs won?
The Chiefs have won four of the six Super Bowls in which they have played. Their four wins are tied with the Green Bay Packers and New York Giants for the fifth-most in NFL history.
Only the New England Patriots (6), Pittsburgh Steelers (6), Dallas Cowboys (5) and 49ers (5) have won victories in the Big Game than the Chiefs. They can move into the top four with a victory over the Eagles in Super Bowl 59.
How many times have Eagles been to the Super Bowl?
The Eagles have been to the Super Bowl four times in their history. Super Bowl 59 in 2025 will be their fifth appearance.
Philadelphia will play for the Lombardi Trophy for the second time in three seasons. They recently lost in Super Bowl 57 to the Chiefs, their opponent in this year’s game.
How many times have Chiefs been to the Super Bowl?
The Chiefs are appearing in the Super Bowl for a seventh time in Super Bowl 59. That ranks as the sixth-most in NFL history.
Kansas City’s first two Super Bowl appearances came in the first four years of the event’s existence. The Chiefs lost Super Bowl 1 and won Super Bowl 4 before enduring a 50-year championship game hiatus.
The Chiefs have now appeared in the Super Bowl five times in the last six seasons. That includes back-to-back wins in Super Bowl 57 over the Eagles and Super Bowl 58 over the San Francisco 49ers.
Super Bowl 59 live stream
For cord cutters looking for a live stream for the matchup, you can turn to Fubo. Fubo carries NBC, as well as CBS, FOX, NFL Network and the ESPN family of networks, meaning you can catch NFL action through the remainder of the season.
Who is doing the Super Bowl halftime show?
Kendrick Lamar and SZA will perform at this year’s halftime show, with the “Not Like Us” singer set to headline.
Lamar, 37, just released a new album titled “GNX” and is coming off of a year in which his name was constantly in the headlines for a feud with fellow rapper Drake. Now, the Compton, California native will headline a Super Bowl halftime show for the first time ahead of his next tour.
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What streaming service has the Super Bowl?
There will be several ways for cord-cutters to live stream the Super Bowl in 2025. Below is a look at the options:
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Fox is broadcasting the Super Bowl, but it will not be available to stream on the Fox Sports App. The network will instead make the game available on Tubi, the network’s free streaming service. Viewers will need to create an account with Tubi to access the programming but will be able to see the game, pre- and postgame coverage and all the same commercial options as those watching on Fox.
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