Tag: Super Bowl LVIII

Chiefs have won four of their last five matchups vs. 49ers

Recent history will be on the #Chiefs’ side on Sunday when Kansas City faces the San Francisco #49ers for a Super Bowl LVIII rematch in Week 7

Recent history is on the Kansas City Chiefs’ side ahead of their Week 7 matchup against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday.

After defeating San Francisco in Super Bowl LVIII earlier this year, Kansas City has won four of its last five matchups against the 49ers.

The Chiefs hold a 5-0 record heading into this week’s championship rematch, while San Francisco is 3-3 after the first six weeks of their 2024 campaign.

While Kansas City has looked the part of a team that will make a push for another Super Bowl appearance this season, the 49ers seem to have regressed since their championship appearance in February.

Though Sunday’s Super Bowl LVIII rematch isn’t likely to be a cakewalk for either team, the Chiefs have momentum on their side after taking a much-needed bye in Week 6.

Expect Patrick Mahomes and the rest of Kansas City’s stars to do their best to keep the Chiefs’ undefeated record intact against San Francisco this weekend.

 

Kyle Shanahan approaching dubious 49ers record vs. Chiefs head coach Andy Reid

Kyle Shanahan needs to solve the Andy Reid Chiefs.

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan has downplayed the team’s Week 7 Super Bowl rematch against the Kansas City Chiefs.

While he’s willing to admit that watching film of their heartbreaking Super Bowl LVIII isn’t easy, Shanahan told reporters in a press conference before Wednesday’s practice that he isn’t putting any additional weight on Sunday’s game because of that loss.

“Yeah, I think everyone understands that we’ve lost the two Super Bowls to them,” Shanahan said. “So I mean, that can give a little post-traumatic stress when you turn on the tape, but I think that’s human nature. But you’ve got to make sure you don’t get caught up in that.

“This game has nothing to do with past games, that was last year. We’re playing a really good AFC opponent. We’re .500 right now. We want to stay on top of our division and get a win. I don’t really, you think about that stuff going into it, but in terms of what it plays out in a game, it really has no correlation, and you try to make sure that it doesn’t.”

It’s easy to point to Super Bowl revenge as a potential motivating factor for San Francisco. However, there’s a larger issue unfolding.

Shanahan can’t beat Chiefs head coach Andy Reid.

The 49ers since Shanahan took over in 2017 are 0-4 against Reid’s Chiefs. That includes a Week 3 loss in the 2018 regular season, a Week 7 loss in the 2022 regular season and a pair of Super Bowls.

According to the AP’s Josh Dubow, it’s the second-most games a 49ers head coach has lost to another head coach without securing a win. Jack Christensen, who coached the 49ers for 67 games between 1963 and 1967, went 0-9 against Baltimore Colts head coach Don Shula.

It’s easy to write off the 2018 loss as the Chiefs just being better. They went to the AFC title game that year while the 49ers stumbled to a 4-12 finish.

The two Super Bowls and the 2022 regular season matchup make it seem as though the Chiefs head coach and his staff found the key to solve the Shanahan 49ers. While the teams regularly play close games, it’s Reid’s club that comes up on the right side of seemingly every big play.

Perhaps the 2024 regular season is where that trend flips. Given that the Chiefs figure to be in the way again if the 49ers are in Super Bowl contention any time over the next decade or so, solving Reid and his Kansas City club is crucial.

Sunday’s game may be ‘just another game,’ but it could have a ripple effect that leads to either a Super Bowl win or another Super Bowl defeat at some point down the road.

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Chiefs Super Bowl star explains the uncertainty of roster cuts: ‘Nervous times around here’

Kansas City #Chiefs WR Mecole Hardman explains the uncertainty of roster cuts: ‘Nervous times around here’ | @EdEastonJr

The defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs had many stars return for training camp this year, but they still face the possibility of being left out ahead of the 2024 regular season.

Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman spoke with reporters on Tuesday after practice to discuss the uncertainty and nervousness surrounding players on the bubble trying to make the regular season roster.

“Some people are solidified in certain things, but yeah, it’s definitely one of those times where all the hard work that you’ve been doing the whole camp and trying to make a way and try to make a spot on the team,” said Hardman. “So definitely some nervous times around here for me too, you never know what can happen, So I think the approach to take is just take advantage of every opportunity and going there with a clear mind and do the best you can do, and then whatever happens, happens, but definitely some nervous times for sure.”

Hardman is among a talented group of wide receivers hoping to secure a roster spot. His history with the organization is helpful, but nothing is guaranteed, and the final preseason game holds heavy importance.

Chiefs WR Nikko Remigio reflects on being sidelined for Super Bowl LVIII

Kansas City #Chiefs WR Nikko Remigio reflects on being sidelined for Super Bowl LVIII | @EdEastonJr

The Kansas City Chiefs continue to push their players in practice ahead of their first preseason game. The exhibition contests will serve as dress rehearsals for veterans and auditions for those trying to make the final cuts.

Nikko Remigio has been a standout in training camp and hopes to crack the final roster. After Wednesday’s practice, he spoke with the media, explaining his underdog mentality and experience at Super Bowl LVIII.

“Staying resilient—and that’s really been kind of the moral of my entire journey—is just staying resilient and continuing to punch,” said Remigio. I’ve always been an underdog at every single level of football that I’ve played at, so being in this position is nothing new to me. I’m making sure that I’m still fighting and, like I said, being the best version of myself every single day.”

Remigio was a member of the Chiefs’ Super Bowl LVIII-winning roster but spent the season inactive and on injured reserve. He spoke about watching the game on the sidelines and not in uniform.

“I think it’s every kid’s dream to be at the Super Bowl and see that. But if I’m going to be completely honest, it was a bit of a mix of emotions for me,” said Remigio. I’m a competitor at heart, and so to not be able to be out there on the field and kind of just be on the sideline supporting. I’m grateful to be in that position, but I want to play.”

Remigio has taken advantage of his reps in training camp and continues to earn praise from coaches and teammates whether or not he makes the team could come down to the wide receiver numbers game.

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes reflects on 2023 season: ‘We didn’t play our best football’

Kansas City #Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes reflects on last season: “We didn’t play our best football”

The Kansas City Chiefs are ready to return to training camp. The road to a three-peat is the focus for the new season, but the returning players still need to explain some elements of last year.

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes addressed the media on Tuesday, move-in day for training camp. He reflected on last season’s offensive struggles and the team’s ability to overcome them and win another Super Bowl.

“You’ve got to come in with that same mentality you had the year before — even a higher intensity,” said Mahomes. “And even though we won the Super Bowl last year, we felt like we didn’t play our best football — especially offensively. So, it’s our goal to be better that way. And come in with that mentality every single day.”

The offense struggled noticeably in 2023, with unforced errors from the receiving corps and a lack of explosion. Mahomes was able to right the ship as the team rallied in the postseason with two road victories on the journey to another Super Bowl title.

“Yeah, I mean, obviously, the end result was awesome, but I think a lot of us still have a weird feeling in our mouth because we really didn’t play football the way we wanted to play all year long,” Mahomes said. “It wasn’t fun. Every single week, trying just to continue to get better and better and results not paying off the way you want them to — it wasn’t a lot of fun.”

Chiefs TE Travis Kelce isn’t concerned about the Super Bowl LVIII ring error

Kansas City #Chiefs TE Travis Kelce isn’t concerned about the Super Bowl LVIII ring error | @EdEastonJr

The Kansas City Chiefs recently received their amazing new Super Bowl ring, featuring a unique style to symbolize the victory.

The ring ceremony was discussed in the latest episode of New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce (Presented by Wave Sports + Entertainment), where the Pro Bowl tight end revealed his feelings about the Super Bowl ring typo.

“One major little goof on the ring; Miami (Dolphins) is listed as the seventh seed because it has all of the games you guys had to win to get there. Miami was actually the sixth seed,” said Jason. “I guess that’s just the way the ring is. Are you gonna get it fixed?”

The seeding mistake is evident to football fans for historical accuracy, but it didn’t affect Travis’ mood in his bold response to his brother.

“I don’t give a s**t, I like it that we didn’t give a f**k about what seed Miami is. Yeah, they were the seventh. Who cares? They could’ve done no seeds on the side of them. I would’ve been fine,” said Travis. “I think it makes it more unique. Like, ‘Oh, yeah, we made it really detailed, and, oops, we screwed up.'”

The error isn’t a deal breaker for Chiefs players, as there hasn’t been any talk of a redo on the design. Travis may not have been officially speaking on behalf of the team, but the typo won’t change their minds after a successful 2023 season.

Chiefs WR Mecole Hardman’s hometown honored him with a monument

Kansas City #Chiefs WR Mecole Hardman’s hometown honored him with a career tribute monument | @EdEastonJr

The honors and accolades from the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl LVIII victory continue to stack up. Players and coaches have returned to their hometowns and been praised for the latest championship with various events and tributes.

Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman, now a three-time Super Bowl champion, was recently honored by his hometown of Bowman, Georgia, with a nine-foot-tall granite monument. The impressive structure features a photo of Hardman from his college days at the University of Georgia with an inscription: “From the Granite Bowl to the Super Bowl.”

Hardman was the hero in Super Bowl LVIII, securing the game-winning touchdown pass in overtime against the San Francisco 49ers.

After returning to Kansas City midseason last year, Hardman tallied 14 catches for 118 yards in six regular-season games and had five receptions for 62 yards in four postseason games.

Hardman shared an Instagram photo showing how he is immortalized in his hometown. The Chiefs and Hardman recently agreed on a one-year deal to return for a shot at a threepeat of titles. The bottom inscription on the monument says “3 Time Super Bowl Champion,” and that could be in store for an upgrade around this time next year.

The Chiefs’ Super Bowl rings got the Dolphins’ playoff seed wrong

The Chiefs received their Super Bowl rings Thursday, which included a typo on the inner engraving.

The Kansas City Chiefs received their Super Bowl rings Thursday night, complete with 529 diamonds, 38 rubies, and one typo on the inner engraving.

The scores of each of the Chiefs’ playoff wins en route to their Super Bowl LVIII victory are etched on the inside of the ring, including their 26-7 win against the seventh-seeded Miami Dolphins. Via the Chiefs:

Just one problem: The Dolphins were actually the sixth seed.

After narrowly missing out on the AFC East title, the Dolphins were the second of three AFC wild-card teams, ahead of the Pittsburgh Steelers but behind the Cleveland Browns.

That lined them up with a road game against the third-seeded Chiefs, who finished behind the Baltimore Ravens and Buffalo Bills in the AFC.

Ultimately, it didn’t make much difference as the Chiefs beat the top two seeded teams and the NFC champions. But their Super Bowl ring typo was an awfully expensive error.

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Chiefs premiere ‘Back-to-Back Greatness’ teasing upcoming Super Bowl LVIII ring unveiling

Kansas City #Chiefs premiere ‘Back-to-Back Greatness’ teasing the upcoming Super Bowl LVIII Ring unveiling | @EdEastonJr

Missouri native Jon Hamm, an Emmy Award and Golden Globe Award-winning actor, narrates the unique campaign. It features Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Trent McDuffie and defensive end George Karlaftis.

In the spot, the defensive standouts are seen inside a museum gallery, observing Chiefs’ artifacts and gold-framed paintings of moments throughout Chiefs’ history, hung on striking red walls.

McDuffie and Karlaftis send viewers to different eras of Chiefs football, with archival photos, video, and audio highlighting franchise history from the earliest days with Founder Lamar Hunt, Head Coach Hank Stram, and quarterback Len Dawson to the modern era of Chiefs football led by Chairman and CEO Clark Hunt, Head Coach Andy Reid and QB Patrick Mahomes.

The Chiefs’ three previous Super Bowl rings (IV, LIV, LVII) – all produced by Jostens, The Official Championship Ring Manufacturer of the Kansas City Chiefs appeared in the video, alluding to the newest piece of jewelry on the way.

“A championship ring ceremony is one of the most unique nights in the sports world as it represents the culmination of a year’s worth of work on- and off the field and marks the last time players, coaches, and staff will celebrate together before turning the page to the next season,” Chiefs President Mark Donovan said. “Winning back-to-back championships is an incredible achievement, and having the chance to commemorate the season this way is a truly special privilege. We can’t wait to celebrate as an organization and share special moments from the evening with all of Chiefs Kingdom.”

Fans are invited to tune in to the Chiefs’ social accounts on X, Instagram, and TikTok, as well as the team’s Official YouTube Channel to view exclusive Red Carpet coverage, Ring Ceremony highlights, and the Ring Unveiling, along with reactions of players and coaches.

New film to show creation of Chiefs’ Super Bowl LVIII ring

A new film will show the creation of the Kansas City #Chiefs Super Bowl LVIII ring | @EdEastonJr

The Kansas City Chiefs will unveil a film on Thursday, June 20, taking fans behind the scenes of the design and manufacturing of the club’s fourth Super Bowl ring and offering exclusive interviews with players, coaches and ownership.

The documentary-style production, titled “Forging Greatness: Making the Chiefs Super Bowl LVIII Ring,” will debut at the 2024 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity in Cannes, France.

Jostens, which sponsors the film, is the official championship ring manufacturer of the Chiefs and has produced all four Super Bowl championship rings in franchise history (IV, LIV, LVII and LVIII).

Jostens will invite Chiefs Kingdom to share the excitement of the Super Bowl LVIII victory through the official Fan Collection, with pieces inspired by the team’s new championship ring. The Fan Collection will go live at www.jostens.com/chiefs immediately after the official unveiling to the team.

You can watch the film on the Chiefs YouTube Channel at 7 p.m. CT Thursday.