On August 18, Peyton Manning appeared at Fanatics Fest NYC 2024 in New York. There, his one thought was enough to make people understand that Patrick Mahomes, who is coached by Andy Reid, is one of the greatest quarterbacks in the NFL. This moment happened when the NFL legend named Mahomes on the top while calling out his five best active QBs at present. And his words have now turned into reality as the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback is again in the Super Bowl run. But what makes him so special? Manning tried to answer this question, along with a warning to Jalen Hurts and Nick Sirianni.

As of February 1, 2025, Patrick Mahomes notched a history to his name. He surpassed Joe Montana in playoff records (16) by winning 17 post-season games. And now he is eyeing a 3-peat. But how come Mahomes pulls such amazing records or wins every time? Peyton Manning, who himself has a storied career, is awestruck to see the 29-year-old’s talent. That’s why he expressed, “I’m not sure anybody can speak about Patrick, about what it is except him, because it is unique. It is different.” He didn’t stop there.

Along with praising Patrick Mahomes, Manning also warned Nick Sirianni, Jalen Hurts, and the Philadelphia Eagles. He said, “I think he could beat you in so many different ways.” No doubt, Mahomes is a skilled magician who knows how to throw from his pocket and also makes plays on the run. This is evident in his passer rating too, as the 3-time Super Bowl champ boasts a 105.8 passer rating for 5,557 yards, 43 touchdowns, and just 8 interceptions in 20 postseason games.

In addition, Peyton Manning cleared that Patrick Mahomes doesn’t feel the pressure at all. Instead, he thrives on it. It’s because he loves the game, especially in those game-winning two-minute drills. Hence, praising the entire team, the former NFLer added, “Their team never flinches because they’re like, ‘Hey, we’ve been here before. We can come back.’…They’re the bully, and they’ve earned it.” He is bang on there.

Mahomes and the Chiefs have shown this multiple times, even in the controversial AFC game of this season. And the Eagles are also no new to this attitude of the Chiefs, as they experienced this 2 years ago.

Jalen Hurts left speechless after heartbreaking loss to Patrick Mahomes & Co.

Jalen Hurts’s Eagles were almost going to win over Patrick Mahomes and his team two years ago at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. They pushed the Chiefs to their limit but unfortunately failed to overcome their recovery. The Eagles lost 35-38 to the Chiefs. Nevertheless, destiny has tied them again for a rematch this year. Will they win this one? But before that, the reporters had already started asking Hurts some big questions, some of which likely left him hurt.

During Friday’s presser, a curious reporter asked Jalen Hurts about his most vivid memory from Super Bowl LVII. Hurts, who didn’t expect it coming, paused a bit and said, “Next question.” Well, it’s clear, he doesn’t want to talk about the previous loss. But reporters being the reporters. After this, another journalist questioned what he learned from that trip to the Super Bowl. This time, he faced the question saying, “Here we go!” Shifting a bit of focus, Hurts mentioned that many players on the roster haven’t experienced that loss. So, “I can be a good influence on the guys that have not been there before. They can ask questions and that can open the door so everyone is that much closer when we go out there and experience. In the end, it’s a business trip, and it’s an opportunity that we have.” That’s an honest reply.

The loss in the 2022 season’s SB came in the final 8 seconds. That can leave a deep impact on any team or player. Hurts is no different. But things have changed now. They ranked number 1 in defense this season, with their RB Saquon Barkley playing like an MVP, with over 2000 yards and 345 rushing attempts.

For Jalen Hurts, it’s a business trip, the opportunity to take revenge, and win a Super Bowl after 2018. But for Patrick Mahomes, it’s only the Super Bowl! The three-peat Super Bowl!!