Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts put on a dominant performance in Super Bowl 59, earning an 86.7 PFF overall grade and securing the team’s victory over the Kansas City Chiefs.
Hurts’ strong play was fueled by his ability to make clutch throws downfield, account for big plays when necessary, and avoid turnovers. He completed 17 of 22 pass attempts for 221 yards and two touchdown passes against one interception, adding 72 rushing yards and a touchdown on 11 carries.
The Eagles’ defense played a key role in the team’s success, generating 30 pressures and seven sacks against the Chiefs. The unit’s ability to rush four and pressure quarterback Patrick Mahomes consistently was a major factor in the game.
On offense, DeVonta Smith and A.J. Brown were electric when their numbers were called, combining for seven catches for 112 yards and two touchdowns. Young cornerbacks Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean also stepped up, limiting the Chiefs’ receivers and helping to shut down the team’s passing game.
The Chiefs’ struggles were multifaceted, with Patrick Mahomes looking shaky early on and completing just 21 of his 32 pass attempts for 257 yards and three touchdowns. The team’s offensive line was beaten up by the Eagles’ front, allowing 16 pressures and five sacks.
Ultimately, it was a combined effort from both teams that led to the Chiefs’ loss. While the Eagles’ defense was impressive, the team still struggled with turnovers, with Patrick Mahomes accounting for all three giveaways. The final score was Philadelphia Eagles 40, Kansas City Chiefs 22.
Source: https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-why-your-team-won-lost-super-bowl-59-chiefs-eagles