2 hours ago, bugatti said:

Even though the two are not the same, KC gets the public's attention. It opened at 1.5. It would not shock me to see it trend back towards Philadelphia the closer we get to the game.

I think some of it will depend if either, both, or neither of the Eagles Center's are able to play.

Will these teams pay attention to the playoff stats on 2 point tries? In the playoffs, teams are 3 of 10 on 2 point tries. When you get playoff quality defenses, going for 2 is a risky decision. 

3 hours ago, bugatti said:

Even though the two are not the same, KC gets the public's attention. It opened at 1.5. It would not shock me to see it trend back towards Philadelphia the closer we get to the game.

I'm not surprised at the spread. With the Chiefs being two time defending champs and the perception that they have gotten all the breaks in getting to the Super Bowl, I would say the general perception amongst the betting public, would be that if this were a pick em game, most of the money would land on the Chief's. The Eagles at +1.5 is likely there to get more money thrown towards the Eagles at least early on. Think about it...it's really hard to bet against the Chiefs at this point. I wouldn't be surprised if the line goes the other way, and maybe the Chiefs end up as a 3pt or so favorite by gametime.

7 minutes ago, Voice of Reason said:

Will these teams pay attention to the playoff stats on 2 point tries? In the playoffs, teams are 3 of 10 on 2 point tries. When you get playoff quality defenses, going for 2 is a risky decision. 

They will continue to use the chart and do what gives them the best opportunity to win at that moment. It's not just about the risk of not making it; each decision to go for two or one completely depends on the situation and score at that moment, not what MIGHT happen down the road.  Each decision is about the now because that's the only correct information you have now. When the risk of going for two provides a better or equal return than going for one, you go for two...period. The math has changed quite a bit since the kick line of scrimmage moved back to the 15. Comparing kickers, I think the Eagles are even more likely to go for two in situations that dictate it because Elliot has struggled (the expected return for two is even greater because their kicker is more likely to miss). The same with 4th down situations (not to mention the Eagles success with the Tush push). The Chiefs have the advantage in the kicker department, so I would think they would lean towards kicking in borderline situations, although they have great success with creative play calling in those situations. 

8 hours ago, mcpapa said:

The betting lines sometimes baffle me. 
 

Per the ESPN trailer:

KC -2

PHI  55% chance to win

Nothing like Vegas math!

As far as Jerseys go the Chiefs will be wearing their road white jerseys and the Eagles will be wearing their home green jersey's. 

The birthplace of every player on the Super Bowl LIX rosters by county.  Credit: Davehrus on X.

3 minutes ago, theguru said:

The birthplace of every player on the Super Bowl LIX rosters by county.  Credit: Davehrus on X.

This is really cool and it shows how rare it is to have a professional athlete from your hometown or region at any point. 

Any idea who the Cincinnati native is? 

5 minutes ago, ChickenWyngz said:

This is really cool and it shows how rare it is to have a professional athlete from your hometown or region at any point. 

Any idea who the Cincinnati native is? 

No idea on the Cincy native or the one just north of Cincy.

Anyone?

And I agree the rarity. Maps like that are enlightening. 

4 hours ago, ChickenWyngz said:

This is really cool and it shows how rare it is to have a professional athlete from your hometown or region at any point. 

Any idea who the Cincinnati native is? 

 

4 hours ago, theguru said:

No idea on the Cincy native or the one just north of Cincy.

Anyone?

And I agree the rarity. Maps like that are enlightening. 

Chiefs safety Brian Cook. Mt. Healthy and UC.

The more I think about this game and analyze the matchup, the more I think Philadelphia wins. I am starting to think Philly wins by a couple touchdowns or even more.

Philly has the best roster and the best player on the field... KC by 3.