Jeremy Bergman: Chiefs over Eagles. My preseason pick is my midseason pick. Despite the Chiefs’ harried start, there was never a doubt they’d turn it around for a playoff run.
Chad Reuter: Chiefs over Lions. After the Eagles experienced a moment in the sun, the Chiefs rip back the spotlight by winning their fourth Lombardi Trophy in seven seasons.
Dante Koplowitz-Fleming: Chiefs over Seahawks. Mike Macdonald’s defense stymies the Chiefs in the first half with two takeaways and a defensive touchdown, but Patrick Mahomes leads another Super Bowl comeback to earn his fourth Super Bowl MVP.
Anthony Holzman-Escareno: Chiefs over Packers. Patrick Mahomes wins his fourth Super Bowl MVP, inching closer to the ghost of Tom Brady.
Grant Gordon: Chiefs over Rams. Standing strong with my August prognostication … Nope, the Chiefs aren’t done yet. Patrick Mahomes rekindles his deep-flight ways to lead Kansas City to the big game against the Rams, who are buoyed by a tough-as-shoe-leather Matthew Stafford, whose bad back doesn’t hinder his great arm. In the finale, the Chiefs rally for a nail-biting triumph, winning 26-24.