Overview
- The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Buffalo Bills 32-29 in a contentious AFC Championship game to secure their third consecutive Super Bowl appearance.
- The Philadelphia Eagles dominated the Washington Commanders 55-23 in the NFC Championship, led by Saquon Barkley's standout performance, to earn their second Super Bowl berth in three years.
- Controversial officiating decisions in the Chiefs-Bills game, including a disputed fourth-down stop and a questionable catch, have led to accusations of bias and calls for a Super Bowl boycott.
- The Chiefs are vying to become the first NFL team to win three consecutive Super Bowls, while the Eagles' strong offensive and defensive lines are seen as key to countering Kansas City's dominance.
- The Super Bowl LIX rematch between the Chiefs and Eagles will take place on February 9 at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, with Kansas City opening as slight favorites.