On February 9, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana, the Philadelphia Eagles claimed their second Super Bowl title in franchise history, defeating the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22 at Caesars Superdome. Led by Quarterback Jalen Hurts, the Eagles dominated on both sides of the ball, preventing the Chiefs from securing a historic third consecutive championship.
This highly anticipated game was actually a rematch of a previous super bowl encounter, only further fueling the excitement of the audience watching the game. The Chiefs went into the game as fan favorites aiming to achieve their third consecutive year with a super bowl win, meanwhile the Eagles sought redemption, returning to the championship stage seven years after their last Superbowl victory.
The Eagles defense set the tone early, with Cornerback Cooper DeJean returning an interception for a touchdown in the first half. Defensive Tackle Milton Williams recorded two sacks and maintained constant pressure on Chiefs Quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who struggled to find his rhythm. Jalen Hurts delivered a stellar performance, completing 17 of 22 passes for 221 yards and two touchdowns. He also added 72 rushing yards and a touchdown, “We knew we had to stay aggressive and execute our game plan, this team never backed down and we made history tonight” said Hurts after the game. The Chiefs offense faltered under the relentless pressure, turning the ball over twice and conceding six sacks.
The loss marked an end to the Chiefs hopes for a three peat, a feat never seen before in all of NFL history. Chiefs veterans Travis Kelce and James Winchester hinted at possible retirement, signaling potential changes to the team’s roster. Meanwhile, Philadelphia fans celebrate a long awaited return to super bowl glory, which hurts cementing his status as one of the languages top quarterbacks.
The Eagles victory in the 2025 Superbowl not only secured their place in history but also disrupted what could have been an unprecedented chiefs dynasty. As the NFL looks ahead, all eyes will be on both teams to adjust to prepare for the next season.