The Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles are set to face off in Super Bowl LIX for the second time in three years. Here are the top 10 players who will take the field, including Travis Kelce, Trent McDuffie, A.J. Brown, and Patrick Mahomes.
The highly anticipated rematch between two of the NFL’s top teams has many of the same players still around from the previous Super Bowl. However, new faces like Jalen Carter and Joe Thuney are looking to make a significant impact in Sunday’s game. Here’s who you need to know:
Travis Kelce, tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, is one of the best tight ends in NFL history. He recently tallied 97 receptions for 823 yards and three touchdowns in the postseason.
Trent McDuffie, cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs, has quickly established himself as a vital part of the team’s defense. This season, he put up two interceptions, one forced fumble, 13 passes defended and 59 combined tackles.
A.J. Brown, wide receiver for the Philadelphia Eagles, is Philadelphia’s No. 1 receiver since 2022. He has averaged 87 receptions for 1,344 yards and 13 touchdowns per season.
Patrick Mahomes, quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs, has cemented himself as one of the greatest quarterbacks of his generation. He has thrown for over 4,000 yards in all but one season and led the league in passing touchdowns twice.
Other top players to watch include Jalen Carter, center for the Philadelphia Eagles; Chris Jones, defensive tackle for the Kansas City Chiefs; Saquon Barkley, running back for the Philadelphia Eagles; and Joe Thuney, guard for the Kansas City Chiefs.
Source: https://www.foxsports.com/stories/nfl/who-10-best-players-super-bowl-lix