Philadelphia and Kansas City, both conference’s top seeds, are so evenly matched that injuries to Patrick Mahomes and his receivers, up against the Eagles’ turnover-forcing defense, may provide an edge.
Category: Super Bowl
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2023 Super Bowl Prediction: Our Pick Against the Spread
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Jason and Travis Kelce Make Super Bowl History
The New York Times – Sports:Kansas City’s Travis Kelce has built a case as the best tight end ever, while his older brother Jason ranks as one of the league’s premier linemen. One of them will win their second Super Bowl.
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Rihanna Returns at the Super Bowl Halftime Show: What’s at Stake?
The New York Times – Music:On Sunday, one of pop’s most reliable hitmakers returns at the Super Bowl halftime show. During her hiatus from music her mystique — and the stakes for her return — have only grown.
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With Super Bowl Win, Eagles Would Match A’s in Philadelphia Titles
The New York Times – Sports:Despite having left town in 1954, the Athletics, with five championships, are still Philadelphia’s most decorated team. The Eagles could tie things up on Sunday.
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How Eagles Coach Nick Sirianni Got That Philadelphia Swagger
The New York Times – Sports:After surviving a disastrous introductory news conference, an ill-chosen flower analogy and his “Beat Dallas” motivational shirt, Sirianni has transformed the Eagles and maybe himself.
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’80 for Brady’ Fans Prop the Film to Number Two at the Box Office
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:The movie debuted at No. 2 in box office sales this past weekend. We spoke to some of the happy audience members in Boston.
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Why Bettors Favor Super Bowl Props
The New York Times – Sports:Bets on specific outcomes, like the length of the national anthem, are expected to account for half of the $7 billion wagered on the Super Bowl in the United States.
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A ‘Clueless’ Comeback for the Super Bowl
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:Alicia Silverstone teams up with the designer Christian Siriano in a Super Bowl ad that revives her classic role.
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In the Middle of Eagles Territory, an Oasis for Chiefs Fans
The New York Times – Sports:Big Charlie’s Saloon is a South Philadelphia bar with a bit of a conundrum: how to celebrate Kansas City’s Super Bowl berth without drawing the ire of locals. “We’re in a pickle.”
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Bobby Beathard, Mastermind of N.F.L. Dynasties, Dies at 86
The New York Times – Sports:Using unconventional tactics, he built powerhouse teams in Washington and Miami and helped mold teams in Kansas City, Atlanta and San Diego, his hometown.
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Tom Brady’s Last Season Didn’t Go as Planned. Was It Worth It?
The New York Times – Sports:He thrilled his fans by announcing that he would come out of retirement to play one more season in 2022, but things soon went sour, on and off the field.
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Tom Brady’s Retirement Is the Best Thing for Football
The New York Times – Sports:Give Brady his due but let Patrick Mahomes and all of the other young, exciting quarterbacks take it from here.