NFL stars, celebrities predict Chiefs vs. Eagles within the Tremendous Bowl

NEW ORLEANS — Simply days forward of the Tremendous Bowl, the NFL Honors came about on the Saenger Theater. However earlier than Payments quarterback Josh Allen was topped league MVP or Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels earned Rookie of the 12 months, dozens of present and former gamers (in addition to some celebrities) walked the occasion’s crimson carpet.

NBC Information polled a few of them for his or her predictions for the Chiefs versus the Eagles.

J.Okay. Dobbins, Los Angeles Chargers RB

I don’t have a rating prediction however I do assume the Chiefs win as a result of it’s exhausting to beat Patrick Mahomes. They don’t know how you can lose. Andy Reid and people guys are winners, so it’s going to be exhausting.

[A three-peat] could be legendary for positive. It’s nice to see legendary issues occur.

Denzel Ward, Cleveland Browns DB

I acquired the Eagles taking all of it. I don’t actually need to see the Chiefs three-peat, however it might be cool. Philadelphia is a dominant group. They acquired steadiness throughout the board with receivers, a working again in Saquon [Barkley] and an excellent protection. I feel they might do it.

[Barkley] is having a historic season. I personally assume he ought to have gotten the dashing report, however he had an excellent 12 months.

Chop Robinson, Miami Dolphins LB

I need the Eagles to win due to [fellow Penn State alum] Saquon. Now we have the identical agent and we speak to him from right here and there. He’s been the distinction each sport this season. If I used to be a defensive coordinator, I might put everybody within the field, however then once more everybody tried that and it didn’t work.

Brian Thomas Jr., Jacksonville Jaguars WR

I acquired to go together with the Chiefs. Patrick Mahomes is a superb participant and I simply really feel like he’ll pull it out.

Adam Thielen, Carolina Panthers WR

If I’ve to make a prediction, I’d say the Chiefs solely off pairing that actually good protection — a top-five protection — with Pat Mahomes and Andy Reid. It’s robust to beat.

Trey McBride, Arizona Cardinals TE

I’m predicting each tight ends to have three touchdowns [laughs].

J.T. Grey, New Orleans Saints DB

I really feel prefer it’ll be an excellent sport. I’m rooting for either side. I’ve mates on either side and need everyone to be productive. All the guys I’m rooting for are going to have an excellent sport: Zack Baun, Darius Slay and Chris Jones.

Wendell Pierce, actor

It’s going to be an in depth sport and I feel Kansas Metropolis goes to win. Patrick Mahomes protects the ball and he’s a difference-maker.

Cameron Dicker, Los Angeles Chargers kicker

Eagles are going to smoke them. I’m pumped. I acquired a buddy taking part in for the Eagles so I’m rooting for him. Moro Ojomo goes to get a sack and it’s going to be superior. Their defensive position is nice, and with Saquon you might have the working risk. If Jalen Hurts balls out, it’s going to be a good time.

Fred Warner, San Francisco 49ers LB

Neither group wins, the stadium shuts down [laughs]. I simply actually dislike each groups so I might care much less who wins.

Terron Armstead, Miami Dolphins OT

Any playoff sport, particularly the Tremendous Bowl, comes all the way down to turnovers. I consider in an in depth sport, it’ll be Kansas Metropolis. Their situational soccer is second to none, which is why they’re constant each time. However I do consider the Eagles have an opportunity to separate themselves.

It’s an excellent matchup. A detailed sport? Kansas Metropolis. However the Eagles have an opportunity to win by two scores.

LaDainian Tomlinson, former Chargers RB and NFL Corridor of Famer

I feel Philly is the extra gifted group, but when the sport is shut, Kansas Metropolis goes to win.

Kevin O’Connell, Minnesota Vikings head coach

Chiefs. [I’ll be watching] how folks defend Travis Kelce. Now we have Justin Jefferson in Minnesota and it’s at all times distinctive, the defenses we see. It’s a number of the identical with Travis. The rapport that he and Patrick have collectively is considered one of one. It’s going to be incredible to look at.

Taste Flav, musician

It’s exhausting, as a result of Patrick Mahomes is my favourite quarterback and Saquon Barkley is could favourite working again. If I needed to decide, I’d decide each. I need to see Saquon with a hoop, however I additionally need to see Patrick Mahomes get that report of three Tremendous Bowls in a row. That may be the largest factor for his legacy.

Don Lemon, tv host

Eagles 38-35. I lived in Philadelphia for some time. I don’t actually have a canine within the combat. However Kansas Metropolis has received. Give another person an opportunity! Plus you don’t need to piss off Eagles followers. They throw batteries, they climb up phone poles. They’re fairly rabid. [If they win the Super Bowl], you’re going to must ship law enforcement officials and emergency folks from different cities. That’s what’s going to occur.

Chris Simms, former NFL QB and NBC Sports activities analyst

It’s “Conflict of the Titans.” I’m one which’s not exhausted by this matchup. That is superior to me as a result of they’re each nice. There’s greatness right here.

The Chiefs are particular. We all know that. I’ve been calling it the “mind vs. brawn” matchup. The Eagles are brawn. They’re similar to, ‘That is what we do. You already know it. Screw you. You’ll be able to’t cease it.’ The Chiefs are breaking the huddle and doing 9 million shifts and dance pirouettes, and the protection does all these loopy issues with Spags. In order that, to me, is sort of the cool theme of the soccer sport.

However I’m taking the Eagles. I feel the Eagles are considerably sufficient higher than the Kansas Metropolis Chiefs. I went 38-28 Eagles. However I’m nervous with the Chiefs as a result of they’re magical that manner.