Donald Trump wrapped up a round of golf in Florida with Tiger Woods before boarding Air Force One, bound for New Orleans.
The airspace was cleared, and a secure route was set for his motorcade to race through the city, ensuring he made it to the Superdome in time to witness history.
Trump became the first sitting president to attend a Super Bowl in person, arriving with the anticipation of watching the Kansas City Chiefs chase a historic three-peat.
However, by the time the game ended, only one record remained—the Philadelphia Eagles crushed the Chiefs’ dynasty hopes with a dominant 40-22 victory.
A Rough Night for the Chiefs and Patrick Mahomes
The buzz before kickoff centered around Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, tight end Travis Kelce, and the star-studded crowd, which included Taylor Swift.
But when the game began, it was Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts who stole the show.
Hurts, overlooked in the media frenzy leading up to the game, delivered a masterful performance.
He threw for over 220 yards and two touchdowns, including a stunning 46-yard pass to DeVonta Smith.
He also led the Eagles in rushing, adding another touchdown on the ground.
The Chiefs’ normally explosive offense sputtered.
Mahomes, usually unshakable under pressure, was sacked six times and threw two costly interceptions.
One of them—a pick-six by Cooper DeJean on his 22nd birthday—put the Eagles firmly in control.
By halftime, the Chiefs had failed to score a single point, something that had only happened twice before in Mahomes’ career.
Eagles Fans Take Over New Orleans
Philadelphia fans turned the Superdome into their own backyard, drowning the stadium in chants of “Fly Eagles Fly” while mercilessly booing Taylor Swift, who was there to support Kelce.
The Chiefs’ offense finally found the scoreboard late in the third quarter, but by then, the damage was done.
The Eagles’ ferocious defense never relented, sealing their second Super Bowl victory in franchise history.
Nick Sirianni, drenched in celebratory ice water before the game had even officially ended, reveled in his team’s revenge. Two years after the Chiefs denied them a championship in Arizona, the Eagles had delivered payback in dominant fashion.
A City Still Healing
Beyond the celebrations, the city of New Orleans carried the weight of recent tragedy.
Just weeks before the Super Bowl, a devastating terrorist attack claimed 14 lives and left an indelible mark on the community.
The reminders were everywhere—from memorials on Bourbon Street to the heightened security presence that included armored vehicles and rooftop snipers keeping watch over the festivities.
Despite the lingering sorrow, fans packed the streets, determined to celebrate.
The week leading up to the game turned Bourbon Street into a non-stop party, drawing surprise appearances from figures like legendary coach Bill Belichick and his 24-year-old partner, Jordon Hudson.
What’s Next for the Chiefs and Travis Kelce?
As the dust settled on the field, speculation swirled about the future of Chiefs star Travis Kelce.
The tight end and Mahomes were spotted out for dinner on Friday night, fueling rumors that this could be Kelce’s final game.
If true, it was a bitter ending—Kelce was a non-factor for much of the game, and his final Super Bowl performance was overshadowed by Swift’s presence in the stands rather than his play on the field.
For Mahomes, the quest for a three-peat is over. The Chiefs will have to regroup, rebuild, and start again.
Not even Tom Brady could win three straight Super Bowls, and now Mahomes joins that club of near-misses.
A Game for the Ages
While the Chiefs struggled, the Eagles thrived. Saquon Barkley, a key offseason addition, made his presence felt early.
Jalen Hurts executed flawlessly, proving his doubters wrong.
The Eagles defense harassed Mahomes all night, delivering a performance that will be remembered for years.
By halftime, the Chiefs had just 23 total yards compared to the Eagles’ 179.
It was a nightmarish stat line for Kansas City fans, who had seen their team pull off miraculous comebacks before.
But this time, there was no rally.
The Eagles’ defense was relentless, and the Chiefs never found their footing.
As confetti rained down and Philadelphia’s celebration began, the reality set in for Kansas City—their reign at the top had come to a crushing end.
Meanwhile, New Orleans, a city that had endured so much, stood at the center of the football world, watching history unfold once again.