The Philadelphia Eagles are off to a commanding start in Super Bowl LIX, silencing the Kansas City Chiefs’ defense with an efficient drive that put them up 10-0 in the first quarter.
Quarterback Jalen Hurts delivered a sublime third-down conversion, launching a picture-perfect back-shoulder pass to star receiver A.J. Brown, who made the grab in stride. The Eagles’ offense was moving with precision, forcing the Chiefs onto their heels early.
Facing another third down, Hurts decided to take matters into his own hands, attempting to break free for a crucial first down—but the Chiefs’ defense stood firm, stopping him three yards short of the line to gain.
For a moment, it looked like Philadelphia might roll the dice and go for it on fourth down, but cooler heads prevailed. Instead, they opted for a 43-yard field goal attempt—which quickly turned into a 48-yarder after a controversial false start penalty pushed them back.
The Eagles’ faithful in green didn’t agree with the call, letting their frustrations be known. But it didn’t matter to Jake Elliott—the veteran kicker stepped up and drilled it through the uprights with confidence, extending Philly’s lead to 10-0.
A strong start for the Eagles, but with Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce lurking on the other side, the question remains—is 10 points enough?
