Slate News Hang Up | The Not-So-Super Chiefs
Feb 10, 2025
Julie Kliegman, a freelance writer and editor specializing in sports media, joins the hosts to unpack the Chiefs' surprising Super Bowl defeat to the Eagles. They discuss the implications of a recent executive order targeting trans women in sports, highlighting the distressing landscape for trans athletes. The conversation also dives into the growing movement to shorten game times across various sports, examining how this could reshape fan engagement and appeal to younger audiences.
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Super Bowl 59: A Blowout
- The Eagles dominated Super Bowl 59, beating the Chiefs 35-10.
- The Eagles' offensive and defensive lines were exceptional, making the Chiefs look helpless.
Jalen Hurts' Rise
- This Super Bowl win might be Jalen Hurts' coronation as a top quarterback.
- The Chiefs' usual strengths were neutralized by the Eagles' superior performance.
Mahomes' Worst Game
- Mahomes played his worst game, statistically, highlighting the difference between this loss and the 2021 Super Bowl.
- This loss may be a result of the Chiefs' past close wins finally catching up to them.