If a sport has existed long enough, it is inevitable that records will occur and be broken time and time again. Along with this, history making events are almost certain to take place throughout its existence, and the Super Bowl is no different. For the first time ever, two historic occurrences will happen in this year’s Super Bowl. Therefore, not only should the game be entertaining between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs, but two rare events will be viewed by all of America and the world as they tune into the game.
For starters, Kansas City Head Coach Andy Reid will attempt to defeat his former employer, the Philadelphia Eagles in the big game. Reid coached the Eagles from 1999-2012. During his tenure there, he led them 9 playoff appearances that included 6 Division Titles, 5 NFC Championships, and a Super Bowl appearance. However, he was unable to win a Super Bowl with the Eagles. Similar success was achieved with the Kansas City Chiefs, which saw them win 5 consecutive AFC Championships, appear in three Super Bowls, while winning one of them. Needless to say, the success of Reid is undeniable, and he hopes to continue building on that legacy.
In another historic first, two brothers will compete against each other. Jason and Travis Kelce will compete on opposite sidelines, Travis for Kansas City and Jason for Philadelphia. Both are elite players, Jason, a center is a 6 time Pro Bowler, who graduated from the University of Cincinnati. On the other hand, Travis is a tight end, drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in 2013. In addition, he is an 8 time Pro Bowl selection, and has had 7 seasons of 1,000 yards receiving. In an unusual occurrence, two family members are competing at a world class level in the most important game of the year. Furthermore, it’s likely we may never see such a unique occasion ever again.
It is not that unordinary to see historical happenings in any particular game, however it’s quite unique to see multiple, once in a lifetime occasions happen in one game, let alone the Super Bowl. Furthermore, all parties involved have had years of sustained success. Consequently, the success of the NFL as a whole will continue, and its popularity will become greater. Success is the pathway to greatness in sports. Perhaps, no one exhibits this principle more than Andy Reid, Jason Kelce, and Travis Kelce.
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