Tag: Super Bowl LVIII

Andy Reid inexplicably ranked third on list of top NFL play-callers

Andy Reid was inexplicably ranked as the third-best offensive playcaller in the NFL by “The 33rd Team” despite winning Super bowl LVIII.

Despite Andy Reid’s success with the Kansas City Chiefs in recent years, it seems that the long-tenured head coach is still an underrated asset for the defending Super Bowl champions.

In a list made by popular football blog The 33rd Team, Reid inexplicably ranked as the third-best offensive play-caller in the NFL behind Kyle Shanahan and Sean McVay.

While these rankings are far from definitive, it seems illogical that Reid would be left out of the top spot in favor of a coach whom he defeated in Super Bowl LVIII earlier this month.

Reid has consistently led the Chiefs’ offense to top spots in NFL rankings with Patrick Mahomes under center, and even after a year that many fans saw as a step back for the unit, Kansas City’s season still ended with a second-consecutive championship.

It is unclear what Reid would have to do to earn the top spot in this rankings, but with Super Bowl rings to show for his play-calling prowess, it isn’t likely that he cares much about his placement in rankings like these.

Chiefs assistant coach Porter Ellett featured by NFL Films

#Chiefs assistant coach Porter Ellett was featured in a clip from NFL Films for his role in Kansas City’s Super Bowl LVIII victory.

The Kansas City Chiefs’ spectacular 2023 season ended with a Super Bowl LVIII victory against the San Francisco 49ers, due in no small part to the exceptional efforts of the team’s coaching staff.

One recognizable figure on Kansas City’s sideline last season was assistant running back coach Porter Ellett, who is affectionately known as Andy Reid’s left-hand man.

Ellett has been with the Chiefs since 2017 and was featured by NFL Films for his role in Kansas City’s latest Super Bowl run.

While assistant coaches rarely steal the spotlight, Ellett’s steady presence with the Chiefs made for an intriguing story and warranted a closer look.

It takes a concerted effort by every part of a team’s organization to achieve the success that Kansas City has found in recent seasons, and insights like the ones NFL Films gave fans with this video serve to illustrate the group effort that lifted the Chiefs to their latest championship.

Andy Reid ranks second in NFL history for most playoff wins

Andy Reid has the second-most playoff wins in NFL history after guiding the #Chiefs to a Super Bowl LVIII victory.

Andy Reid has lifted the Kansas City Chiefs to new heights since joining the team in 2013 and has put together a sterling resume that is sure to get him enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame when he retires.

The Chiefs’ ability to win games in the playoffs is a testament to Reid’s genius as a head coach who has earned Kansas City three Super Bowl rings in the last five years.

After the team’s playoff run earlier this year, Reid now ranks second all-time for the most postseason wins in NFL history.

This remarkable accomplishment wasn’t achieved without significant effort on the part of Reid and the Chiefs’ players who have committed themselves to creating the NFL’s next dynasty.

With expectations at an all-time high heading into Kansas City’s 2024 campaign, Reid should be expected to do everything he can to help the Chiefs complete a three-peat next season.

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes says Marquez Valdes-Scantling suggested key OT play in Super Bowl LVIII

#Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes says WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling suggested a play that helped Kansas City win Super Bowl LVIII.

Down 22-19, the Kansas City Chiefs faced fourth-and-1 against the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII. Patrick Mahomes gained 8 yards on a surprising scramble, securing the first down and setting up the game-winning pass to Mecole Hardman a few plays later.

Mahomes recently appeared as a guest on The Peter King Podcast, speaking with the host about the timeout before the pivotal play.

“Yeah, I wish I could take all the credit, but it was crazy. So, we were going through our plays, trying to decide if we were going to run or pass, and we had a couple of run plays kind of dialed up,” said Mahomes. “We had already had a lot of short-yardage situations in the game, and we were trying to find that perfect play.”

The daunting prospect of possibly losing the Super Bowl on a fourth down play didn’t worry the Chiefs players. According to Mahomes, veteran wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling suggested the play for the big moment.

“It was actually MVS that came up to the huddle on the side and kind of said, ‘Hey, let’s go slide keys,'” Mahomes said. “Which is wild because it’s not really a play designed for him; it’s a play designed for Travis (Kelce) and Rashee (Rice). When he said it, it clicked for me; I was like, ‘That’s it. That’s perfect.'”

Valdes-Scantling’s selfless suggestion showed his support for his teammates to get the job done. The bootleg play had an option for Mahomes to pass to Travis Kelce or Rashee Rice.

“I told Coach (Andy Reid), ‘If it’s not there, I’m going to run for it,'” said Mahomes. “He trusted us to go out there and cover. It was zone coverage, and once I got outside and saw room to run, I just went and got it.”

The Chiefs pulled off their third Super Bowl win in five seasons, establishing their run as a dynasty. Valdes-Scantling’s contribution is another way his value stretched beyond the stat sheet.

Nick Wright: Patrick Mahomes will ‘be the standard’ for greatness in pro sports

Nick Wright wasn’t shy about expressing his admiration for what Patrick Mahomes has accomplished during a segment on ‘First Things First’

Fox Sports 1 on-air personality Nick Wright has made a name for himself as one of the vanguards of Kansas City Chiefs commentary.

As a Kansas City native, Wright has been steeped in Chiefs football culture for years, and isn’t shy about promoting the importance of what the team has accomplished in recent years.

During a segment on First Things First this week, Wright shared his thoughts on Patrick Mahomes’ dominance, pointing out that few professional athletes have ever found as much success as the three-time Super Bowl MVP in the first years of their career.

Check out Wright’s take below:

Mahomes’ reign as the NFL’s most successful active quarterback doesn’t seem to be destined to end anytime soon.

Given that he is still in his 20s, it isn’t out of the question that he could add more Super Bowl titles to his resume by the time he decides to hang up his cleats for good.

WATCH: Chiefs DL Chris Jones divulges his affection for ‘Transformers’ director Michael Bay

#Chiefs DL Chris Jones was heard talking about ‘Transformers’ director Michael Bay during a mic’d up segment at Super Bowl LVIII.

Chris Jones is one of the Kansas City Chiefs’ most vibrant characters and has never been shy about expressing himself in press conferences or on the sideline during games.

His larger-than-life personality has made him a fan favorite in Kansas City since the Chiefs drafted him in 2016, and Jones’ joie de vivre was on full display during a mic’d up moment from Super Bowl LVIII that was posted to social media channels this week.

In the clip, Jones can be seen on the bench talking to his teammates about his affection for a famous movie director, though he couldn’t quite remember his name.

Transformers director Michael Bay, it turns out, is one of Jones’ favorite people.

While this revelation may come as a surprise to many fans in Kansas City, Jones’ friendship with Bay was made public last year while the defensive tackle held out from team activities in hopes of securing a new contract.

Trent McDuffie earned fourth-best PFF grade among CBs in 2023

#Chiefs star Trent McDuffie earned the fourth-best PFF grade among all cornerbacks in 2023.

Trent McDuffie’s rise to dominance was a welcome sign for Kansas City Chiefs fans in 2023, and his contributions are sure to be integral in his team’s effort to complete a Super Bowl three-peat next season.

While McDuffie’s outstanding play last year was a sight to behold, it can be difficult for fans to contextualize just how dominant he was, especially given that he didn’t manage to snag an interception during the Chiefs’ 2023 campaign.

Pro Football Focus player grades are handy for this application and serve as an easily digestible way for fans to wrap their heads around the performances of their favorite stars.

McDuffie earned an 85.8 PFF grade for his efforts last season, which ranked as the fourth-best mark of any player at the cornerback position.

Though he may not have graded out as the best cornerback in the NFL, his stellar play spoke for itself, and McDuffie seems primed to continue developing with the Chiefs next season as Kansas City chases its fourth ring of the Patrick Mahomes era.

WATCH: Chiefs DL Mike Pennel’s priceless reaction to Super Bowl LVIII win

Mike Pennel was overcome with emotion after the #Chiefs’ win over the #49ers in Super Bowl LVIII.

Few players made their presence felt in Super Bowl LVIII more than Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Mike Pennel.

He earned a starting spot in Kansas City’s championship matchup against the San Francisco 49ers, and made the most of the opportunity, notching six combined tackles which were good to fie for the fourth-most among all Chiefs in the game.

In a clip posted to Twitter by NFL Films, Pennel can be seen taking in Kansas City’s Super Bowl LVIII win, overcome with emotion while holding confetti in his hands on the sideline.

Super Bowl wins don’t come easy, and Pennel had to fight for his chance to make an impact on Kansas City’s latest championship win.

After spending part of the 2023 season as a free agent, Pennel signed with the Chiefs’ practice squad in late October and gradually worked his way up to the crucial role he played against the 49ers.

Recapping Kansas City’s Super Bowl LVIII victory on Chiefs Wire Podcast

On the latest episode of @TheChiefsWire podcast: @EdEastonJr and John Dillon recap Super Bowl LVIII and look ahead to the 2024 offseason.

We’re back with an all-new episode of the Chiefs Wire podcast! This week, we’re recapping the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl LVIII win over the San Francisco 49ers.

The Chiefs have become the first team since the New England Patriots in almost 20 years to win back-to-back Super Bowl titles. We check in with the post-Super Bowl LVIII press conferences featuring comments from head coach Andy Reid, quarterback, and game MVP Patrick Mahomes,

Chiefs Wire managing editor John Dillon recaps Kansas City’s Super Bowl victory over San Francisco, focusing on the team’s grit and plans to attempt a three-peat as champions.

Chiefs Wire’s Ed Easton Jr. shared his thoughts on Kansas City’s offseason plans after winning their second consecutive Super Bowl. He spoke with wide receiver Mecole Hardman following his game-winning walk-off catch as he worked a shift at Raising Cane’s.

Listeners can look forward to being well-informed about the Chiefs’ securing back-to-back Super Bowl victories and three wins in the last five years with eyes on more in the future.

Check out the link below to get your Chiefs talk before the offseason.

Chiefs DL Chris Jones earned fifth-best PFF grade among interior defenders in 2023

#Chiefs DL Chris Jones earned a PFF grade in the top-five of all interior defenders in the NFL for the 2023 season.

The Kansas City Chiefs are entering the 2024 offseason in an enviable position. As back-to-back champions, the team secured dynasty status with their win over the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII and will seek to keep as much talent on its payroll as possible heading into their next title defense campaign.

One key player that the Chiefs can’t afford to lose is veteran defensive lineman Chris Jones, who earned the fifth-best Pro Football Focus grade among all interior defenders for his efforts in 2023.

Jones has been a key cog in Kansas City’s defense since joining the Chiefs as a second-round draft pick in 2016. His ability to wreak havoc on opposing offensive lines is unparalleled, and without his presence on Kansas City’s front-four, defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo will have his hands full trying to generate a pass rush next season.

The Chiefs used their franchise tag on Jones last year, and may have to resort to using it again if general manager Brett Veach can’t work out a long-term deal for the star lineman in the coming months.