Kansas City Chiefs 2024-25 NFL Season Recap

Kansas City Chiefs 2024-25 NFL Season Recap

If you faded the Kansas City Chiefs despite their quest for a three-peat, you cashed in big on Super Bowl LIX as Andy Reid’s squad collapsed on the biggest stage. Although the Chiefs only drew 51 percent of bets and 40 percent of the money at kickoff, the crypto sportsbook cleaned up in the futures market, with Kansas City being their largest liability heading into the game. The Chiefs’ 18-point loss also wiped out any teasers tied to the defending champs. From the start, it was a one-sided affair. Even a penalty that nullified an early Eagles touchdown couldn’t slow Philadelphia’s dominance. After forcing a quick three-and-out on Kansas City’s opening possession, the Eagles wasted no time. Jalen Hurts and company needed just seven plays to score the game’s first points, setting the tone for what became a Super Bowl rout.

When the dust settled on the 40-22 NFL spread blowout, Kansas City was outgained 345-275 and lost the turnover battle 3-1, with each miscue directly leading to Philadelphia points. If not for the Eagles easing up in the fourth quarter, allowing the Chiefs to tack on some meaningless scores, the yardage disparity would have been even more lopsided. Kansas City’s offense was nonexistent early, managing just 23 yards and one first down through a half of play. While Patrick Mahomes finished with a 95.4 passer rating, he was a key factor in the Chiefs' early collapse. His two interceptions and lost fumble gave the Eagles complete control, turning the game into a one-sided drubbing.

Adding insult to injury for those who expected a low-scoring affair, all 22 of Kansas City’s points came in the final 15 minutes and 34 seconds—too little, too late, and a brutal outcome for bettors banking on a defensive battle. Travis Kelce was a no-show for the second straight game. After going off in the Division Round against Houston for 117 yards and a score, the future Hall of Fame tight end only combined for 58 yards on six catches his last two games. It remains to be seen if he’ll return for a 13th season next year.

The lone bright spot for the Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX was the emergence of rookie wide receiver Xavier Worthy. He hauled in all eight of his targets for a game-high 157 yards and two touchdowns, showcasing his potential as a legitimate playmaker. After enduring growing pains throughout the regular season, Worthy became a key weapon in the playoffs and will likely lead Kansas City's receiving corps next season—a unit in desperate need of young, dynamic talent. The offensive line will also require reinforcements after allowing Mahomes to be sacked a career-high six times. Some believe his struggles stemmed from an early-game concussion, but regardless, the offense was inconsistent all season, ranking mediocre to below average in most key statistical categories. If the Chiefs hope to contend for another title, improvements are necessary. Despite their struggles, oddsmakers have already installed Kansas City as one of the favorites to win Super Bowl LX.

Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl LIX Recap

The Kansas City Chiefs’ bid for a historic three-peat fell apart in a 40-22 Super Bowl LIX loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Patrick Mahomes struggled under constant pressure, throwing two costly interceptions, including a pick-six to Cooper DeJean. The Chiefs' offense sputtered early, managing just 82 total yards in the first half and went into the locker room trailing 24-0. Philadelphia’s defense sacked Mahomes six times, with Josh Sweat leading the charge (2.5 sacks), despite not blitzing once. Travis Kelce, a non-factor early, didn’t record a catch until late in the third quarter. Mahomes finished with three touchdown passes, but all of his production came in garbage time. The Chiefs' rushing attack was also ineffective, failing to exploit a Philadelphia defense that had struggled against the run in the playoffs. Meanwhile, Kansas City’s own defense, which had been elite all season, faltered against Jalen Hurts (221 passing yards, 3 total TDs) and the Eagles' balanced attack. Andy Reid fell to 3-3 in Super Bowls, admitting postgame that turnovers, penalties, and missed opportunities doomed his team. While the Chiefs remain a powerhouse, their historic quest ended with a one-sided NFL odds defeat at the hands of a dominant Eagles squad.

2024 Kansas City Chiefs Schedule, Results & Record

The Kansas City Chiefs were founded in 1960 as the Dallas Texans and charter members of the American Football League. Owner Lamar Hunt was also the founder of the AFL. Shortly after Hunt formed the AFL and his franchise, the NFL counter-attacked with a declaration of war. The Dallas Cowboys were created to fight the Texans in the Dallas and Fort Worth area. Following their 1962 AFL championship, the Texans were wooed to Kansas City, where they became profitable.

The Kansas City Chiefs were one of the greatest teams in NFL history from 1966 through 1971. The Chiefs played in the first Super Bowl, losing to the Green Bay Packers. Kansas City then beat the Minnesota Vikings in Super Bowl IV. The AFL and NFL merged after that game.

Those Chiefs teams were loaded with Hall of Famers such as coach Hank Stram, quarterback Len Dawson, kicker Jan Stenerud, linebackers Willie Lanier and Bobby Bell, defensive backs Johnny Robinson, and Emmitt Thomas, and defensive linemen Buck Buchanan and Curley Culp. The Chiefs are a proud legacy franchise. In fact, the AFC championship trophy is named after their late great Hall of Fame founder Lamar Hunt.

The Chiefs went into a dark period from 1974 through 1988 before new team president Carl Peterson and coach Marty Schottenheimer made them into perennial contenders in the 1990s. It wasn’t until Andy Reid arrived as head coach that the Chiefs returned to the Super Bowl and won it 50 years after their first title. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes has already surpassed Len Dawson as the best in franchise history with the Chiefs winning Super Bowls in three of his first six seasons while under center.

Chiefs Past Seasons (2000)

The Kansas City Chiefs were founded in 1960 as the Dallas Texans and charter members of the American Football League. Owner Lamar Hunt was also the founder of the AFL. Shortly after Hunt formed the AFL and his franchise, the NFL counter-attacked with a declaration of war. The Dallas Cowboys were created to fight the Texans in the Dallas and Fort Worth area. Following their 1962 AFL championship, the Texans were wooed to Kansas City, where they became profitable.

The Kansas City Chiefs were one of the greatest teams in NFL history from 1966 through 1971. The Chiefs played in the first Super Bowl, losing to the Green Bay Packers. Kansas City then beat the Minnesota Vikings in Super Bowl IV. The AFL and NFL merged after that game.

Those Chiefs teams were loaded with Hall of Famers such as coach Hank Stram, quarterback Len Dawson, kicker Jan Stenerud, linebackers Willie Lanier and Bobby Bell, defensive backs Johnny Robinson, and Emmitt Thomas, and defensive linemen Buck Buchanan and Curley Culp.

The Chiefs went into a dark period from 1974 through 1988 before new team president Carl Peterson and coach Marty Schottenheimer made them into perennial contenders in the 1990s.

But it was not until Andy Reid arrived as head coach that the Chiefs returned to the Super Bowl and won it 50 years after their first title. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes surpassed Len Dawson as the best in franchise history.

The Chiefs are a proud legacy franchise. In fact, the AFC championship trophy is named after their late great Hall of Fame founder Lamar Hunt.

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