The Philadelphia Eagles didn't just win; they essentially dismantled the Kansas City Chiefs in a way that felt personal.
If you were watching on February 9, 2025, you saw it. The final score was 40-22, but honestly, that score makes it look a lot closer than it actually was. For three quarters, the Chiefs looked completely lost in the New Orleans Superdome.
It was a blowout.
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The Eagles secured their second Lombardi Trophy in franchise history, and in doing so, they officially killed the dream of a Chiefs "three-peat." Patrick Mahomes, usually the magician of the NFL, was sacked six times. He turned the ball over three times. He looked human.
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People expected a dogfight, a repeat of the 38-35 classic from a few years back. Instead, the Philadelphia Eagles walked into Super Bowl LIX and took over from the first whistle.
Jalen Hurts was the engine. He finished with 221 passing yards and two touchdowns through the air, but his legs were the real problem for Steve Spagnuolo’s defense. Hurts ran for 72 yards and a touchdown—breaking his own record for most rushing yards by a QB in a Super Bowl.
He was named MVP, and it wasn't even a debate.
But if you ask anyone in Philly, the real story was the defense. Vic Fangio’s unit did something almost impossible: they pressured Mahomes all night without blitzing once. They played coverage, took away the deep shots to Xavier Worthy, and let the front four eat.
The turning point?
It was easily the second quarter. The Eagles were already up 10-0 when rookie Cooper DeJean—on his 22nd birthday, no less—picked off Mahomes and took it 38 yards to the house. The stadium went nuts. At that moment, you could see the air leave the Chiefs' sideline. By the time DeVonta Smith caught a 46-yard bomb in the third quarter to make it 34-0, the game was effectively over.
Why the Chiefs couldn't find a rhythm
It's weird to see a Patrick Mahomes offense get shut out for nearly three full quarters. They didn't even cross into Eagles territory until late in the third.
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Travis Kelce was held to just 39 yards. The offensive line was a sieve.
The Chiefs did score 16 points in the fourth quarter to make the box score look respectable, but it was "garbage time" in every sense of the word. Most of those points came against the Eagles' second-stringers after the starters were already celebrating on the sidelines.
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One of the funniest things about this game was that the "Tush Push" (or the Brotherly Shove) opened the scoring. It’s the play the entire league tried to ban or figure out, and yet, there was Hurts, disappearing under a pile of bodies for a 1-yard score in the first quarter.
It set the tone.
Hurts is now in that rare tier of quarterbacks with a ring and an MVP trophy. He’s also the guy who finally got revenge for the loss in Arizona. He spoke after the game about "fueling his greatness" with past failures. It sounds like a cliché, but when you watch him play with that level of composure, you believe it.
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Key Stats from Super Bowl LIX:
- Final Score: Eagles 40, Chiefs 22
- Super Bowl MVP: Jalen Hurts (221 passing yds, 72 rushing yds, 3 total TDs)
- Defense: Eagles had 6 sacks and 3 forced turnovers.
- The Rookie Factor: Cooper DeJean's pick-six was only the second time a rookie has done that in Super Bowl history.
- Viewership: 127.7 million people tuned in, making it the most-watched broadcast ever.
What happens next for the NFL?
Now that the 2024-2025 season is in the books, the league is a different place. The Chiefs' dynasty isn't dead, but it’s definitely bruised. They have some massive questions on the offensive line to answer this offseason.
For the Eagles, the window is wide open.
They’ve got a young core, a quarterback who is clearly the "guy," and a front office under Howie Roseman that seems to win every trade they make. Saquon Barkley didn't have a massive game (57 yards), but his presence forced the Chiefs to respect the run, which opened up everything for A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith.
If you’re looking to relive the magic or just want to see how the Eagles built this roster, start by looking at their 2024 draft class. Getting Cooper DeJean and Quinyon Mitchell changed their secondary overnight.
If you want to keep up with the 2026 season and the Eagles' quest to repeat, keep an eye on the upcoming NFL Draft. The draft order is set, and teams are already looking for the next Jalen Hurts. You can check the official NFL site for the full round-by-round list.
Next Steps for Fans:
Go watch the "Unscripted" documentary on the Eagles' official YouTube channel. It shows the locker room footage from the New Orleans Superdome right after the trophy presentation. It’s some of the most raw, emotional football content you’ll see all year. Also, keep an eye on the salary cap movements—the Eagles have some tough decisions to make with aging veterans like Josh Sweat, and how they handle this spring will determine if they can go back-to-back.