The Kansas City Chiefs: This Year's Kryptonite (Not Underwear)
The Kansas City Chiefs. A team known for their explosive offense and Patrick Mahomes' arm that can launch a football into the next county. But even superheroes have weaknesses, and in the 2023 NFL season, a few teams managed to expose the Chiefs' kryptonite (and it definitely wasn't dodgy underwear commercials).
So, who put the brakes on the Chiefs' reign of terror? Buckle up, because this list is longer than a Mahomes scramble drill!
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Divisional Foes Give Mahomes a Headache
The Denver Broncos (twice!): Apparently, orange is the new red for Mahomes' nightmares. The Broncos, under the leadership of a resurgent Russell Wilson, managed to snag two wins against the Chiefs this season. Did someone forget to tell Denver orange looks better on traffic cones?
The Las Vegas Raiders (twice!): The AFC West rivalry is alive and well! The Raiders, fueled by a surprisingly competent Derek Carr, managed to pull off two victories over their divisional foes. Did someone spike the celebratory nachos in Kansas City?
A Trip to the AFC East Wasn't Exactly a Cakewalk
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The Buffalo Bills (twice!): Josh Allen emerging as a legitimate MVP contender? Check. Stefon Diggs making Chiefs' defensive backs look lost? Absolutely. The Bills Mafia might want to invest in some extra chairs, they're clearly making room for more Lombardi Trophies.
The New England Patriots (shocking, we know!): Even without Tom Brady, the Hoodie always finds a way. Bill Belichick masterminded a classic defensive gameplan to shut down Mahomes and the Chiefs' high-flying offense. Did someone forget to pack the robot cheerleader for this trip to Foxborough?
Wild Card Victories: A Mixed Bag
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This is where things get interesting. A whole host of teams managed to snag a win against the Chiefs, including:
- The Minnesota Vikings (because apparently, the only thing colder than Minnesota in winter is Patrick Mahomes on a bad day)
- The Jacksonville Jaguars (because hey, even a blind squirrel finds a nut sometimes)
- The Miami Dolphins (because apparently, Tua Tagovailoa is secretly channeling Dan Marino's ghost)
- The Cincinnati Bengals (because Joe Burrow clearly wasn't fazed by the big stage... again)
- The Los Angeles Chargers (because Justin Herbert is quickly becoming Mahomes' arch-nemesis)
So there you have it! While the Chiefs ultimately triumphed in Super Bowl LVIII, the road to victory wasn't exactly a yellow brick road paved with victories. These teams proved that even the most dominant forces have a chink in their armor.
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How-To FAQ for Aspiring Chiefs Defeaters
- How to confuse Mahomes? Flash photos of questionable fashion choices from his pre-NFL days.
- How to stop the Chiefs' offense? Hire Bill Belichick... but seriously, focus on a suffocating defense.
- How to win over the crowd? Offer better snacks than Arrowhead Stadium concession stands.
- How to celebrate a win? The answer is always wings and questionable dance moves.
- How to repeat the feat? Hope for a healthy dose of luck and maybe a meteor shower on game day.
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