Eagles were motivated by Chiefs’ three-peat talk before Super Bowl 2025 beatdown

Eagles were motivated by Chiefs’ three-peat talk before Super Bowl 2025 beatdown

Some Eagles players used the constant talk about the Chiefs chasing a historic three-peat to their advantage at Super Bowl 2025 in New Orleans.

After Philadelphia dominated Kansas City in a 40-22 victory at Caesars Superdome on Sunday, multiple defensive players explained that hearing about Kansas City’s dynastic run only fueled them to spoil it.

“That was motivation because it was kind of a slap to us,” Eagles veteran defensive end Brandon Graham said, according to ESPN. “It was like, they ain’t seen us yet. So, we heard that all week. And when the game came, execution was on point and together.”

Brandon Graham #55 of the Philadelphia Eagles walks off the field at halftime against the Kansas City Chiefs during Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome on February 9, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Getty Images

The Eagles redeemed themselves after a crushing 38-35 loss to the Chiefs in Super Bowl 2023 in Glendale, Ariz.

Philadelphia defensive tackle Milton Williams got some added motivation after Miami Heat president Pat Riley agreed to allow the Chiefs to use his trademarked phrase, “Three-Peat” if they won Super Bowl 2025.

“Definitely,” said Williams when asked if he was fueled by that talk of a Chiefs’ three-peat. “They were talking about getting the copyright and all that B.S. Throw that s–t in the trash.”

Some Eagles’ players, such as defensive end Josh Sweat, shut out narratives and news about the Chiefs to remain focused leading up to the big game.

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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts smiles on the podium next to defensive tackle Milton Williams (93) after a win over the Chiefs in Super Bowl 59 on Sunday, February 9, 2025, in New Orleans. AP

“We didn’t change the game plan or anything,” Sweat said. “We just rush and cover together, and whoever made the play made it.

“[Defensive coordinator] Vic [Fangio] just made the calls, and we executed. He always puts us in the right position to make the plays, and it worked out.”

Philadelphia Eagles’ Zack Baun celebrates with Josh Sweat after intercepting the ball against the Chiefs in Super Bowl 2025 in New Orleans on February 9. REUTERS

Philadelphia’s top-ranked defense put on a defensive clinic behind brilliant calls by Fangio on Sunday.

The Eagles’ defense overpowered Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes without sending a single blitz, pressuring him on 16 of his 42 dropbacks.

Eagles defensive back Cooper DeJean (33) celebrate his touchdown with safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson (8) after an interception against the Chiefs during the first half of Super Bowl 59 on Sunday, February 9, 2025, in New Orleans. AP

Mahomes was sacked a career-high six times and took 11 hits.

He threw two interceptions, including a pick-six in the second quarter to Eagles rookie cornerback Cooper DeJean, who celebrated his 22nd birthday Sunday.

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes on the sidelines during Super Bowl 2025 against the Eagles on Feb. 9, 2025. REUTERS

Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts had himself a night en route to being named Super Bowl MVP.

He completed 17-of-22 pases for 221 yards with two touchdowns and one interception.

Hurts was also the Eagles’ leading rusher with 72 yards on 11 attempts.

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