Super Bowl LIX – What to Know and Consider

Super Bowl LIX – What to Know and Consider

At the onset of the week the Kansas City Chiefs are slight Super Bowl Odds favorites for the Super Bowl. Naturally, Patrick Mahomes has guided his team to the big game yet again and could solidify his superstar status with a fourth Super Bowl ring. Kansas City is healthy. Their defense showed up in a big way against the Houston Texans in the divisional round. Finally, their offense got the job done in the championship round against the Bills. Kansas City seeks an NFL record third consecutive Super Bowl title.

Super Bowl LIX Kansas City Chiefs vs. Philadelphia Eagles

Date and Time:Sunday, February 9, 2025, 6:30 p.m. ET
Location:Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, LA
TV Coverage:FOX
Odds at SBG Sportsbook
TeamSpreadTotalML
Chiefs-1 -11048½ -110-118
Eagles+1 -11048½ -110-102
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Philadelphia Eagles Team Overview

Last game, the Philadelphia Eagles won 55-23 against the Washington Commanders as 6-point home favorites in the NFC Championship Game. The game went over a total of 47.

Philadelphia has a record of 14-3 straight up, 11-6 against the spread, and 7-10 over/under the sportsbook total. Philadelphia ranks 4th for total offense, 27th for passing, 1st for rushing, and 7th for scoring. Defensively, they rank 1st overall, 2nd against the pass, 10th against the rush, and 3rd for points allowed. Also, Philadelphia ranks 6th for the fewest turnovers lost and 13th for takeaways.

The Philadelphia Eagles have been a run-focused team for several years. Now they finally have a dynamic running back capable of taking advantage. Saquon Barkley followed up his 2,000-yard regular season with a dominant playoff. He is poised to keep that momentum alive in the Super Bowl.

Previously, the Eagles easily swatted Green Bay aside in the opening round. Next, they leaned on their defense in a snowy divisional-round matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. In the NFC Championship, they had their most dominant game of the season, exploding for a 55-23 victory on the back of a 21-0 fourth quarter against the Commanders.

Kansas City Chiefs Team Overview

Last game, the Kansas City Chiefs won 32-29 against the Buffalo Bills as 1-point home favorites in the AFC Championship Game. The game went over a total of 49.

Kansas City has a record of 15-2 straight up, 8-9 against the spread, and 7-10 over/under the total. Kansas City ranks 16th for total offense, 14th for passing, 22nd for rushing, and 15th for scoring. Defensively, they rank 9th overall, 18th against the pass, 8th against the rush, and 4th for points allowed. Also, Kansas City ranks 5th for fewest turnovers lost and 16th for takeaways.

The Chiefs offense rightfully gets plenty of praise. Yet it has been their work on the defensive side of the ball that has made them a truly elite team this season. There are arguments that this is the strongest defense of Patrick Mahomes’ career. And that is a frightening thought for the Eagles and their backers.

Namely, Chris Jones continues to cause chaos on the defensive line. And his dominant partnership with George Karlaftis is impossible to slow down. The pair combined for 13 sacks in the regular season. Despite being frequently double-teamed on the defensive line. Not only have they been able to make an impact, but the duo attracts all the attention and frees up space for the remaining Chief pass rushers.

Super Bowl LIX SBG Free Picks

On this occasion, Kansas City is the proven Super Bowl Betting champion. Patrick Mahomes is the most resourceful quarterback in the NFL today. While the Eagles defense is strong, Kansas City’s is too but with less attention. Specifically on the total contrarian play of over the total would offer more value.

Super Bowl LIX SBG Best Bets: Kansas City Chiefs and Over the Total.