The Kansas City Chiefs are on the verge of making their second consecutive Super Bowl appearance and fourth in the last five years. In their recent triumph, they secured a road victory against the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC title game, marking Patrick Mahomes’ second successful road playoff game, excluding previous Super Bowl appearances. Notably, they had previously defeated the Buffalo Bills in the divisional round.
Closing the regular season with an 11-6 record, the Chiefs experienced some fluctuations, resulting in their highest number of losses since 2014. Now, their focus shifts to pursuing back-to-back NFL titles, with the formidable San Francisco 49ers posing a challenge in the upcoming Super Bowl on Feb. 11 in Las Vegas.
The Chiefs have consistently been an AFC powerhouse, making the playoffs every year since 2015 and reaching three Super Bowls since 2019, winning two of them. Their recent Super Bowl victory over the Philadelphia Eagles showcased their dominance, and they are now aiming for a second consecutive championship.
Kansas City has an opportunity to achieve a feat not accomplished since the New England Patriots in 2004 and 2005 (Super Bowls XXXVIII and XXXIX) by clinching back-to-back championships. Demonstrating their prowess since Mahomes took over as the starting quarterback, the Chiefs have established themselves as the team to beat in the league.
As they stand on the brink of solidifying their dynasty status, supporters have compelling reasons to rally behind the Chiefs during their quest for consecutive championships. In the divisional round, Mahomes and tight end Travis Kelce surpassed Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski for the most touchdowns in the playoffs by a quarterback-receiver duo, totaling an impressive 19. The duo, considered among the greatest QB-TE pairs, continues to strengthen their case with each remarkable performance.
Mahomes concluded the regular season with a 10-6 record in 16 games, achieving a career-high completion percentage of 67.2%. He amassed 4,183 passing yards and threw 14 interceptions. Meanwhile, Kelce, known for his consistency, narrowly missed his eighth consecutive 1,000-yard receiving season, finishing the season with 984 yards, five touchdowns, and 51 first downs in 15 games, having sat out the last game to rest before the playoffs.
Mahomes and head coach Andy Reid are carving their path among the greatest QB-coach duos in NFL history. While they have more milestones to achieve before surpassing legends like Tom Brady and former Patriots head coach Bill Belichick, their trajectory is undeniably in the right direction.
This trio, consisting of Mahomes, Reid, and Kelce, excels in their respective roles, making Chiefs games a must-watch each week. Their contributions are pivotal reasons to rally behind Kansas City as they continue their journey.
For those familiar with pop culture, there’s an additional reason to support the Chiefs. Kelce is romantically involved with music sensation Taylor Swift, who has been a visible supporter of No. 87 throughout the season. Swift’s enthusiastic presence in the suites during games, often accompanied by fan-favorite Donna Kelce (Kelce’s mom), adds another layer of excitement for Chiefs fans.
During the divisional round, Swift was accompanied by Travis’ brother, Jason Kelce, who serves as the center for the Philadelphia Eagles. Jason, known for his charismatic antics, was shirtless and engaging with fans in the suite in Buffalo, making the fandom experience even more enjoyable. Jason’s popularity extends beyond his team, transcending fandoms and contributing to the overall fun atmosphere.
Swift and Jason continued their support at the AFC Championship, joining the celebration with Travis on the field after the game.
Super Bowl LVIII is scheduled for Feb. 11 on CBS, with the game also being broadcast on Nickelodeon and streamed on Paramount+.