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Stephen A. Smith Predicts Chiefs-Eagles Super Bowl LIX Winner

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Nate Lunak | Last updated Feb 8, 2025 1:01 PM ET

As Super Bowl LIX between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles quickly approaches, more big-time names continue to reveal who they think will win.

One of the latest predictions comes from analyst Stephen A. Smith, who, during ESPN's "First Take," declared not only who would come out on top but also which player would take home the game's MVP award.

“Ladies and gentlemen, Patrick Mahomes is that dude, but not this Sunday,” Smith said . “The Philadelphia Eagles capture the Super Bowl championship, and Jalen Hurts wins the MVP.”

If Smith is right, then the Eagles would have stopped the Chiefs from becoming the first team in NFL history to win three straight Super Bowls while also getting revenge for losing to Kansas City two years ago in the big game.

It's a bold prediction to pick against Patrick Mahomes, who is 17-3 in his career in playoff games. The Chiefs are a 1-point favorite according to ESPN BET.

As for picking Hurts to win MVP, he's the third betting favorite for the award at +350 behind Mahomes (+120) and Eagles running back Saquon Barkley (+250).

If Hurts plays like he did against the Washington Commanders in the NFC Championship Game, completing 20-of-28 passes for 246 yards and one touchdown while also having three rushing touchdowns, then Smith's prediction could certainly come true.

Super Bowl LIX is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET on Sunday at the Superdome in New Orleans.

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

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