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Philadelphia’s defensive game plan, primarily revolving around quarters coverage, frequently outmatched the Chiefs’ offensive tactics. The Chiefs needed an infallible strategy to keep pace with the Eagles' defensive adjustments, but instead, they provided opportunities for the Eagles to exploit gaps in coverage.
The Eagles executed their coverage and pressure tactics effectively, which made it increasingly difficult for Mahomes and the Chiefs to find open lanes. The confusion surrounding the play designs and patterns resulted in a series of stalled drives, which ultimately affected the team’s morale.