Chiefs Making Wise Move to Limit Effect of Super Bowl Distractions

The Kansas City Chiefs are headed to their third straight and fifth Super Bowl in the last six years after their thrilling 32-29 win over the Buffalo Bills in the AFC championship game.

The Chiefs will face Andy Reid's former team, the Philadelphia Eagles, in a re-match of the Super Bowl LVII. Kansas City won that matchup 38-35 and will look to have a repeat of that in New Orleans in two weeks.

One of the biggest advantages the Chiefs have heading into the Super Bowl is their extensive experience in preparing for, playing, and winning Super Bowls. Over the years, they have perfected their routine in the weeks leading up to the big game and they are not deviating from that this time around, per Chiefs insider Pete Sweeney.

On Monday, Andy Reid reportedly suggested to the media that the team would be "following its usual Super Bowl routine," including practicing and preparing for the game as if it was on Sunday, February 2.

Chiefs Following Their Usual Super Bowl Routine

This is reportedly done to minimize the negative impact the distractions in New Orleans may have on the team.

The week leading up to the Super Bowl is filled with media appearances, press conferences, events, and parties for the big occasion. It has a very different feel than a standard week before a game.

Fortunately for the Chiefs, this organization is very used to the spotlight at this point. It's hard to imagine the likes of Reid, Patrick Mahomes, or Travis Kelce being particularly affected by the increased attention and potential distractions.

It's not like they need it, but this could be another small edge the Chiefs will have over their opponents as they try to win their third-straight Super Bowl and etch themselves into NFL lore.

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