January 14, 2023
Bills (2) vs Eagles (1)
The Buffalo Bills appeared in a lot of preseason Superbowl predictions, and they have certainly lived up to the hype. They possess the no. 6 defense and the no. 2 offense driven by certified star quarterback Josh Allen. The real potential difference maker here is the team chemistry. The Bills have been rolling as of late, and any fan of the NFL admires the quarterback-wide receiver relationship that Allen shares with Stephon Diggs. Furthermore, this team is riding on each others’ backs as the rest of the NFL shows their support for Bills’ safety Damar Hamlin and his road to recovery. It seems like something out of a fairy tale — but if there’s any team that has the all-around talent to make that a reality, it’s the Buffalo Bills.
On the other side of things, the Philadelphia Eagles will have remained rock solid even after fan and media-driven allegations that they weren’t all that their record said they were. Although expected to take a big step forward as their young quarterback Jalen Hurts developed, this team was not a favorite ahead of the season. Nonetheless, Hurts stepped up to the plate with the aid of a first-ranked offensive line, a developing mastermind head coach in Nick Sirianni, and trade-acquired wide receiver AJ Brown. Yet even with all that, it seems like the defense is the strength of this team, finishing off the season ranked second.
By no means is this an easy choice. Both teams are famed for their passionate fan bases who will pull for their squad until the bitter end. At this point, the Buffalo Bills have proven their strength, showcasing a collection of elite playoff performances in the last few years. Meanwhile, Jalen Hurts has been more than impressive, carrying the weight of success for millions of football fans’ fantasy teams. However, the NFL playoff is no fantasy, and the more experienced team is often the one to pull through. In dedication to a beloved teammate, expect the Bills to string together a historic run to 2023’s National Football League crown.
Prediction: Bills 41 – 35 Eagles
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Jackson Spenner is a Senior at Burlingame High School and a third-year journalism student. With a meticulous eye for detail and a passion for deep investigation,...
