Gainwell loses first TD of Super Bowl after review

Philadelphia Eagles running back Kenneth Gainwell (14) is tackled short of the goal line against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first quarter of Super Bowl LVII at State Farm Stadium. Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Kenneth Gainwell loses first touchdown of Super Bowl after review

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports | By Larry Brown | Last updated 2/12/23

Please share some condolences to those who bet on Kenneth Gainwell to score the first touchdown of the Super Bowl at State Farm Field in Glendale, Arizona on Sunday.

The Philadelphia Eagles got the ball first and marched down the field against the Kansas City Chiefs. They had a 3rd-and-3 from the KC 4-yard line in the first quarter and gave the ball to Gainwell.

Gainwell appeared to rush in for a touchdown. The call on the field was a TD. But the play was reviewed and the ball was marked down just short of the goal line, robbing Gainwell of the game’s first TD.

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Even though Gainwell was marked down, he still gained a first down. Jalen Hurts then scored on a quarterback sneak on the very next play thanks to a great effort from the Eagles’ offensive line.

Philly made it look easy on their first drive. They went 75 yards on 11 plays to score the TD. The Chiefs answered with a touchdown in just six plays on the ensuing possession.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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