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The final game of the 2023 NFL regular season is here, as the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs face off in Super Bowl LVIII on Sunday. The 49ers opened up as favorites, even though they have yet to cover the spread in the playoffs. As for the Chiefs, they have been impressive, going 3-0 ATS and SU even while being road underdogs in the divisional round and AFC Championship game.
It’s Patrick Mahomes vs. Brock Purdy. One is on track to rival Tom Brady as the greatest ever, while we are still figuring out the other. Is Purdy a “game manager?” I don’t think that term is a negative descriptor. He is one of the best quarterbacks in the league when it comes to throwing with anticipation, and he has a chance to change the narrative around him forever on Sunday.
Before we get into the pick, here’s how to watch.
San Francisco 49ers at Kansas City Chiefs
Sunday, 6:30 p.m. ET (CBS, Nickelodeon; stream on Paramount+)
49ers (-2), O/U 47.5 (via SportsLine consensus)
Is Mahomes as an underdog an auto bet? As a dog, he’s 9-3 SU and 10-1-1 ATS. Those marks rank first among the 320 quarterbacks who have made 10 starts as an underdog since 1970. Vegas gave us the Chiefs at plus money vs. the Philadelphia Eagles last year, and those who didn’t take it looked silly. I’ve already bet the Chiefs, but am I 100% sold?
Mahomes is playing great football, but the Chiefs defense has gotten this team to this point. Now, they have to face off against one of the most unique offenses in the NFL. At Super Bowl Opening Night, I wanted to know how Kansas City’s defensive starters planned on stopping the timing routes and that special rhythm the 49ers offense can get in. I spoke with Trent McDuffie, Nick Bolton and Justin Reid, who all said it comes down to being physical in coverage and in tackling, and that it will take a collective effort.
I think San Francisco is one of the best teams in the league, but the…
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Author : Jordan Dajani
Publish date : 2024-02-10 15:02:05
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