Chiefs vs. Eagles prediction:
By Dylan Svoboda
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Patrick Mahomes runs more often in the postseason than the regular season.
Patrick Mahomes runs more often in the postseason than the regular season.
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In big games, Patrick Mahomes uses his legs.
The Chiefs’ quarterback has proven to be notorious for biding his time when it comes to running the ball, saving his scrambling attempts for the most important moments.
This season, Mahomes averaged just 3.6 rushing attempts per game – a tick below his career average during the regular season – while never running the ball more than six times in a single game.
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In the Chiefs’ two playoff games, it’s been a much different story.
During the Divisional Round against the Texans, Mahomes had seven rush attempts, including a pair of kneel-downs, in a 23-14 triumph.
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In Kansas City’s thrilling AFC Championship thriller win over the Bills, Mahomes’ legs essentially won the game for the Chiefs.
Mahomes ran the ball a season-high 11 times for 43 yards, including several crucial first downs.
It’s a pattern for the three-time Super Bowl winner.
Patrick Mahomes Super Bowl 2025 player props
Passing yards Passing TD Passing attempts Rushing yards Rushing attempts
o253.5 (-115)
u253.5 (-105) o1.5 (-165)
u1.5 (+130) o35.5 (-130)
u35.5 (-105) o30.5 (-118)
u30.5 (-110) o5.5 (-140)
u5.5 (+105)
Odds via BetMGM
In four Super Bowls, Mahomes has averaged 7.3 rushing attempts a game – well above his career average.
In last year’s Super Bowl, he had nine rushing attempts for 66 yards in the Chiefs’ 25-22 win over the 49ers.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) runs against the Buffalo Bills during the second half of the AFC Championship NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) runs against the Buffalo Bills during the second half of the AFC Championship NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo.
AP
Two years ago against the Eagles, Mahomes had six attempts for 44 yards.
Mahomes will face one of the best pass rushes in football, meaning his mobility will come in handy as defenders are in his face.
Despite all that pressure, Philadelphia wasn’t the greatest at keeping opposing quarterbacks in the pocket, allowing the 12th-most quarterback rushing attempts per game during the regular season.
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In the conference championship, Jayden Daniels ran six times against Philly.
Even Matthew Stafford had a pair of runs against the Eagles’ defense during the Wild Card round.
Bet on Mahomes to use his legs in pursuit of a three-peat.
The play: Patrick Mahomes Over 5.5 rushing attempts (-140, BetMGM Sportsbook)
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Dylan Svoboda is a versatile writer and analyst across many sports. He’s particularly knowledgeable about the big three — MLB, the NFL and the NBA.
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