Users Say the Chiefs ‘Are Going to Win’ Super Bowl 2025 – Here’s Why

Another user commented on the connection between the Chiefs’ recent success and pop culture, “At this point we all know the chiefs are going to win, all the Taylor fans who’ve never watched football will be in chiefs gear, the refs will give it to them [sic].”

The debate over the Chiefs’ success has even reached the team itself. In a February 4, post by Fox Sports NFL, Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce addressed the ongoing discussion about officiating. When asked what question he would ask the media, Kelce responded, “Why are you guys leaning into this whole ref thing? You know what I mean? Like, why are you guys leaning into it?”

His response indicates that the Chiefs are aware of the criticism surrounding their victories, though Kelce did not expand further on the topic.

The conversation surrounding the game also extended to the White House. On February 4, President Donald Trump was asked about the Super Bowl during a press session in the Oval Office. While he did not explicitly predict a winner, his comments suggested he expects a Chiefs victory.

“I don’t want to say but there’s a certain quarterback that seems to be a pretty good winner,” Trump said. Many interpreted this as a reference to Patrick Mahomes, who has led the Chiefs to two consecutive Super Bowl titles and could secure a third.

In addition to his remarks, it was confirmed on February 5 that President Trump will attend the Super Bowl in New Orleans. This marks a historic moment, as he will be the first sitting U.S. president to attend the game in person.

Following the announcement of Trump’s attendance, Mahomes and Kelce shared their thoughts on playing in front of a sitting president.

Mahomes acknowledged the significance, stating, “It’s always cool to be able to play in front of a sitting president, someone that is at the top position in our country. It’s cool to hear that he’s seen me play football in respects to the game that I play.”

Kelce also commented, adding, “It’s a great honor. I think, you know, no matter who the president is, I know I’m excited because it’s the biggest game of my life, and having the president there—it’s the best country in the world. So it’d be pretty cool.”

As the Chiefs prepare for their Super Bowl matchup, discussions about their path to the championship have continued—particularly regarding their AFC Championship win against the Buffalo Bills.

The Kansas City Chiefs cleared their last hurdle to the historic Super Bowl after defeating the Buffalo Bills on January 26, 2025, at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. However, some netizens argued that the Chiefs’ victory was undeserved, citing preferential treatment from the referees.

The Chiefs secured a 32-29 victory over the visiting Buffalo Bills in the AFC Championship game, earning a spot in the Super Bowl against the NFC champion Philadelphia Eagles. Nevertheless, some fans believe their win was rigged, with some even accusing the NFL of scripting the outcome.

One user began with a simple accusation, writing, “#nfl is rigged [sic] button————————>.” Another fan expressed frustration, “🙄 again all over…with refs favoritism for Chiefs lets [sic] see how this Super Bowls goes.” A third fan suggested, “Just as the nfl [sic] scripted it. If you don’t think this game was scripted, look at the refs. Unreal.”

A fan was particularly critical, asking, “Just wondering, are you seriously proud of a team that ONLY WINS because of the refs? When EVERYONE, commentators, other players, and coaches notice how rigged this is it makes football almost unbearable to watch. But hey go on celebrating your ‘win.'”

Another user shared their discontent with the officials, “Terrible Refs in that game. Its like its rigged or something… [sic].” One fan vowed to tune out, “Won’t be giving no attention to the Scripted Bowl this year, quite frankly, I’m losing interest in the NFL with the continuous rule changes and the refs pampering Mahones and the Chiefs.”

A disappointed viewer echoed similar thoughts, “I will barely be watching! I am annoyed & very disappointed with how the refs handled the Chiefs & Bills game. It’s hard to watch!!!! Sick of the Chiefs! Let’s go Hurts & Barkley!”

One more fan joined in, saying, “We aren’t gonna pretend the Chiefs earned this right? Every single close game is always bailed out by the refs.” Another user added, “Saw the score of bills vs chiefs while i was at work and it is safe to say me + all my coworkers were very disappointed😖😖 [sic].”

However, not all comments were negative. A fan full of praise, penned, “Great game! 🏆,” and another took a playful jab at the critics, “Haters gonna hate hate hate… GO CHIEFS!!! ❤️💛.”

The Chiefs’ win against the Buffalo Bills is monumental, as it means they will be going to their third consecutive Super Bowl. Led by head coach Andy Reid, the players are not slowing down in their Super Bowl takeover.

Quarterback Mahomes credited their victory against the Buffalo Bills to teamwork, emphasizing his trust in his teammates. He also expressed gratitude to the fans for their unwavering and vocal support in the arena.

Mahomes also took the bold step to address the growing controversy surrounding accusations of referee favoritism toward the Chiefs during the postseason. “I’ve kind of learned that no matter what happens during the game, something is going to come out about (the refs) if you win, if you continue to win,” he acknowledged.

The quarterback made it clear that he doesn’t focus on the referee discussions and believes that the players’ performances are what truly decide the results. He concluded, “Obviously, there was a call here and there that people didn’t agree with, but at the same time I think there were a lot of other plays that really decided the outcome of that football game.”

Tight end Kelce also didn’t pay attention to talks about referees’ preference. He urged the Chiefs’ fans to celebrate the win as the team gears up for their much-anticipated Super Bowl appearance.

In 1970, the Chiefs claimed their first Super Bowl victory, defeating the Minnesota Vikings 23–7. After a 50-year drought, they triumphed again in 2020, beating the San Francisco 49ers 31–20. In 2023, they secured a thrilling 38–35 win against the Philadelphia Eagles. Most recently, in Super Bowl 2024, they emerged victorious with a 25–22 win over the San Francisco 49ers.

When the Chiefs won their second consecutive Super Bowl, Kelce was already excited about a possible third win. He said, “Well, you know the goal has always been to get three. But we couldn’t get here without getting that two, and having that target on our back all year. … How about that. We get a chance to do it three times in a row.”

Now, the Eagles and Chiefs are heading to the 2025 Super Bowl for a rematch. The Chiefs, having won the last two are looking for a first-ever three consecutive wins at the Super Bowl LIX. Meanwhile, the Eagles will be seeking the second championship in franchise history.