The Kansas City Chiefs‘ 17-21 loss to the Eagles came like a gut punch. Despite an amazing start to the match, Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce were left helpless as the game edged closer, and the two red-zone turnovers cost them big time. Travis Kelce has not minced his words as he breaks down his thoughts behind the Chiefs’ loss in the SB LVII rematch.
In the post-game interview in the locker room, Travis Kelce spoke on the match and what he saw from the game for the Chiefs and lack thereof.
The triple threat against Travis Kelce and the Chiefs
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While talking to the media post-game, Travis Kelce got candid over the insights from the loss. He’d go on to point out the three flaws that were key and most notable from their 2nd home defeat. The first thing Travis Kelce pointed out was his shortcomings, and that he needs to be better for the team.
Post game interview pic.twitter.com/G7IHofwOo8
— Travis Kelce Fan Page (@traviskelce_fan) November 21, 2023
The second observation from the TE was that the team has to reduce the turnovers which was their undoing this time around. The third key factor that led to their defeat was the penalties the Chiefs conceded against the Eagles. Well, the entire team seemed to have shut out in the second half.
The responsiblity was fully taken by Patrick Mahomes on himself for the loss of the Chiefs. Mahomes displayed the valor of a responsible quarterback in the post-game interview.
Patrick Mahomes blames himself for the loss against the Eagles
Throughout the season, Kansas City’s offense has faced persistent challenges, and in the recent 21-17 game, it was evident that Patrick Mahomes’ receivers posed a significant issue. Despite Mahomes consistently delivering pinpoint throws to his targets, the receivers repeatedly struggled to secure the ball, becoming the primary reason behind the team’s eventual 21-17 loss to Philadelphia.
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Wow, Patrick Mahomes literally took blame for marquez valdes-scantling’s drop. This dude is 1 of 1 on and off the field!
“I could probably have thrown it a little bit shorter…” #ChiefsKingdom pic.twitter.com/1Qgr5w1RVs
— Emmanuel Acho (@EmmanuelAcho) November 21, 2023
One of the worst moments of the game was when Marquez Valdes-Scantling dropped one of the crucial catches. However, Mahomes took the entire blame on himself, as he said, “I could probably have thrown it a little bit shorter…” Such things showcase that the Chiefs are focusing on improvement rather than finding reasons behind their loss.
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Although the Philadelphia Eagles redeemed themselves for the previous SB loss, things would definitely be different if they met again in the league moving forward. What are your thoughts about this? Tell us in the comments section.