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The juxtaposition of Mahomes’ Super Bowl performances has sparked renewed debate about his place in the hierarchy of NFL quarterbacks. With two Super Bowl losses, each marked by disappointing performances, questions linger about his ability to carry a team when the pressure is on. Brady’s famous playoff discipline has been well-documented, contrasting sharply with Mahomes’ struggles in high-stakes moments.
Mahomes’ willingness to try and make miraculous plays often leads to brilliance, but on this night, it also resulted in mistakes, including an interception and critical third-down failures. The game served as a reminder that without sufficient support from both the coaching staff and his teammates in key moments, even the most talented quarterbacks can falter dramatically.