The Philadelphia Eagles’ Super Bowl LIX victory was sealed by their dominant defensive line, which riddled the Kansas City Chiefs with six sacks, 11 hits, and 17 pressures. The Eagles’ ability to control the line of scrimmage throughout the game allowed them to build a massive lead, forcing the Chiefs to fall behind 34-0 in the third quarter.
The Chiefs’ lackluster offensive line play was exposed by the Eagles’ aggressive pass rush, which consistently pushed Patrick Mahomes out of position. The Eagles took advantage of the Chiefs’ refusal to run the ball, instead focusing on bringing pressure from the defensive line.
One of the most memorable plays came when Milton Williams forced a fumble off Mahomes, setting up a key turnover for the Eagles. The Chiefs’ poor ancillary blocking also contributed to their struggles, with Joe Thuney struggling at left tackle and Travis Kelce making baffling decisions on the field.
Mahomes himself was rattled throughout the game, missing open receivers and running into pressure despite being well-protected. The Eagles’ defensive line was relentless in their pursuit of Mahomes, making it clear that they had the upper hand in the matchup.
The Chiefs’ poor pass protection issues have been a problem all season, and Sunday’s performance only highlighted the need for stability at left tackle. With their dream season turned into a nightmare, the Chiefs must now focus on regrouping and addressing these issues if they hope to make a deep playoff run.
Source: https://www.arrowheadpride.com/2025/2/14/24364681/chiefs-pass-protection-plan-became-a-nightmare-in-super-bowl-lix