The Kansas City Chiefs, under head coach Andy Reid and superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes, have become synonymous with success, boasting three Super Bowl victories in the last six seasons. They seemingly appear poised to dominate the NFL for years to come. However, some analysts are now warning that the team might be heading for an unexpected downfall, drawing unsettling parallels to the challenging path of another legend: Tom Brady. Is Patrick Mahomes truly doomed by the “Tom Brady Curse” after his third Super Bowl triumph?
Body: Cracks in the Armor and the Super Bowl “Curse”
The Chiefs’ devastating 40-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX was a major blow. This defeat, marked by the Eagles’ defensive dominance, exposed cracks in Kansas City’s campaign—especially after scraping through 12 regular-season wins by a single-score margin.
Fox Sports analyst Jason McIntyre has drawn concerning parallels between Mahomes and Tom Brady. He noted that after securing his third Super Bowl ring with the New England Patriots, Brady endured a decade-long title drought, including two high-profile losses to the New York Giants.
During “The Herd with Colin Cowherd” podcast, McIntyre didn’t hold back: “It’s over for the Chiefs, guys.” Reflecting on Brady’s struggles, he warned, “This stuff is not easy. Just because you have Mahomes and Reid doesn’t guarantee a Super Bowl run.” McIntyre emphasized, “History is a guide here. It took Brady ten years to win another title.” He also reminded listeners that New England was favored in Super Bowls XLII and XLVI—yet still suffered crushing defeats to the Giants.
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The analyst pointed to a troubling pattern among recent Super Bowl losers: “Look at the Niners, who unraveled after their overtime loss. The Eagles fell apart the season after losing to the Chiefs in the Super Bowl. There’s a bit of a curse for the Super Bowl loser.”
McIntyre took it one step further, predicting the Chiefs might not even reach the postseason. He argued that Kansas City’s reliance on close wins won’t be sustainable, especially as their AFC West rivals aggressively strengthen their rosters to end the Chiefs’ reign.
Conclusion: Hope Rests on “GOAT” Mahomes?
Still, if there’s anyone capable of defying the odds, it’s Patrick Mahomes. With strategic offseason moves, the Chiefs’ superstar remains one of the few players who could challenge Brady for the GOAT title—making it far too soon to count him out. Can Mahomes break the “curse” and continue to solidify his legendary status, or will he endure a grueling decade-long wait like his illustrious predecessor? Only time will tell.