The day of Super Bowl LVII would be historic. The game is already a must-see, with Patrick Mahomes and Jalen Hurts making history. The quarterbacks are working out to show up as the best. Especially Mahomes, who fell prey to a prank on a Rihanna question during a media presser. But the NFL fans had divisive reactions to the situation.
On Wednesday, the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback was in a media scrum ahead of Super Bowl LVII. But former NFL wideout Brandon Marshall had some fun trickery in mind. The six-time Pro Bowler planted himself among the reporters. He asked Patrick Mahomes about his reactions to Rihanna calling him the ‘greatest quarterback ever.’
Patrick Mahomes was ecstatic until…
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Patrick Mahomes was in glee while responding. As per KMBC, he mentioned, “It makes me feel great. She’s going to crush it at halftime. I have family members that I think are more excited about the halftime show than the game.” But Brandon Marshall then said that he was just messing with him, which also caught Mahomes off guard.
Mahomes reacts to a reporter telling him that Rihanna considers him the greatest QB ever 👀
(via @Chiefs)pic.twitter.com/G8lEdvEVX1
— NFL on ESPN (@ESPNNFL) February 8, 2023
Brandon Marshall’s prank on the Gunslinger had NFL fans in splits. Some thought it was funny, while others said it wasn’t cool to do so.
A user said it was cold.
😂 this was cold though https://t.co/xeSfi6U8bb
— PRO-CHOICE AF. (@MrsChica_305) February 9, 2023
Another user hailed Brandon Marshall as a bully for pulling it up.
Brandon Marshall a bully for this one
— TheWaterman10 (@MrCody96) February 9, 2023
This user could not hold his laughter.
😂🤣😅
— Joe Box (@JoeBox95956847) February 8, 2023
Another user hailed Patrick Mahomes for holding his dignity.
Gotta give him credit for holding his composure. Bmarsh thought he was funny
— 1 of 24 Clippers fans (@ClipDa1AndOnly) February 8, 2023
This user hilariously said that Rihanna’s take on football matters a lot.
Because Rihanna’s opinion on football matters 😂
— executivemike.algo (@589creator) February 9, 2023
This user was unhappy with Marshall’s questioning.
Bum reporting / questioning.
— DLN Solutions | Foundation Repair | Kansas City (@waterproofingkc) February 9, 2023
This user said Mahomes call out his wife and brother for being more excited for Rihanna.
Clearly calling out his wife and Jackson for being more excited for RiRi
— avstin (@Avstin51) February 8, 2023
Another user said Brandon Marshall is a fool for this.
B Marsh is a fool lmaooooo
— willpower2_ (@Willpower2_) February 8, 2023
This user called out Marshall for being mean.
Brandon Marshall you mean
— A1 (@A1_likethesauce) February 8, 2023
The Super Bowl is edging closer, but both teams have some injury-related concerns. But are the lights for the Chiefs shining brightly?
KC Chiefs look optimistic ahead of a mega-magnitude battle
The injury bug haunted the Chiefs during the divisional game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. However, the franchise’s injury report seems optimistic ahead of Super Bowl LVII. While the franchise has some athletes on the list, almost all underwent full practice. WR Kadarius Toney was the sole exception, who had limited participation. Patrick Mahomes is still on the list with the ankle injury, but he went through a full practice.
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Here's Wednesday's injury report for the Chiefs and Eagles. pic.twitter.com/kFa9LqGd9X
— Matt McMullen (@KCChiefs_Matt) February 9, 2023
On the contrary, the Philadelphia Eagles have three offensive linemen who are also on the mend. But some of them went through limited practice. However, the situation still looks optimistic for both sides, and they could be good to go ahead with the game.
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Will the Chiefs stand triumphant, or the Eagles fly high? It is subject to witness.
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