Super Bowl LVII

Super Bowl LVII
Name	Super Bowl LVII
Date	February 12, 2023
Stadium	State Farm Stadium
City	Glendale, Arizona
Attendance	67,827
Champions	Philadelphia Eagles
Runners-up	Kansas City Chiefs
Mvp	Patrick Mahomes

Super Bowl LVII was the championship game of the 2022 National Football League season, contested between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles on February 12, 2023. The contest took place at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, concluding a postseason that included the AFC and NFC playoff brackets, the Wild Card round, and the NFC Championship Game. The game featured notable figures across professional football such as Patrick Mahomes, Jalen Hurts, Andy Reid, and Nick Sirianni.

Background

The 2022 NFL season saw the Kansas City Chiefs win the AFC West and the Philadelphia Eagles win the NFC East, leading to both clubs advancing through the postseason to meet in the league title game. The Chiefs, led by quarterback Patrick Mahomes and head coach Andy Reid, were defending champions after winning the previous season's title against the Philadelphia Eagles' city rival franchises in earlier playoff runs. The Eagles, under head coach Nick Sirianni and quarterback Jalen Hurts, reached the championship after victories over teams including the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the New York Giants, and the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC Playoffs and conference championship. Key front office executives such as John Dorsey, Howie Roseman, and Brett Veach influenced roster moves, with contributions from players like Travis Kelce, A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith, Justin Jefferson, Chris Jones, and Lane Johnson shaping both teams' seasons.

Host city and preparations

Glendale, Arizona, and the Greater Phoenix region hosted the championship at State Farm Stadium, co-located near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and adjacent to attractions like Desert Diamond Arena and Gila River Arena. Local planning involved the Maricopa County authorities, the Arizona Cardinals organization, and the National Football League's events division coordinating with hospitality partners including Visit Phoenix, Arizona Sports and Tourism Authority, and transit agencies such as Valley Metro. Security and logistics included collaboration with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Department of Homeland Security, the Arizona Department of Public Safety, and local law enforcement from Glendale Police Department and Phoenix Police Department. Corporate sponsors like Anheuser-Busch, PepsiCo, Microsoft, Apple Inc., Amazon (company), Nike, Inc., Visa Inc., Verizon Communications, and Samsung Electronics staged promotions and activations across downtown venues and the State Farm Stadium campus.

Game summary

The contest featured offensive strategies and defensive schematics emblematic of contemporary NFL play, with game management influenced by coaching staffs such as Andy Reid's offensive play-calling and Nick Sirianni's game plans. The Chiefs' quarterback Patrick Mahomes faced the Eagles' defense coordinated by coaches tied to schemes from figures like Jonathan Gannon and contributors associated with the New England Patriots' legacy. Key plays involved skill-position athletes including Travis Kelce, A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith, Kadarius Toney, CeeDee Lamb, and defensive standouts such as Chris Jones, Fletcher Cox, and Haason Reddick. The officiating crew, drawing on personnel from the NFL Officials Association, managed penalties and challenges following rule interpretations similar to prior seasons shaped by league offices led by Roger Goodell. The game narrative included pivotal moments—third-down conversions, play-action passes, designed quarterback runs, red-zone stands, and special teams contributions—from players like Evan McPherson, Harrison Butker, Jake Elliott, and Corey Clement.

Broadcasting and entertainment

Broadcast rights were held by major networks including Fox Broadcasting Company in partnership with the National Football League's media deals, featuring commentary teams with personalities connected to networks such as CBS Sports, NBC Sports, ESPN, and personalities who have worked on programs like Monday Night Football and Thursday Night Football. The halftime show featured performers associated with major recording labels like Republic Records, Interscope Records, and Sony Music Entertainment, collaborating with producers who previously worked with artists tied to Super Bowl halftime shows history such as Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, Madonna, Bruno Mars, and Katy Perry. Advertising inventory sold to corporations including Amazon (company), Meta Platforms, Procter & Gamble, General Motors, PepsiCo, Anheuser-Busch InBev, and Volkswagen showcased premieres and campaigns aided by agencies like WPP plc, Omnicom Group, and Interpublic Group.

Records and statistics

The championship produced statistical milestones documented by the Pro Football Hall of Fame analysts, ESPN Stats & Information, and the NFL Record and Fact Book. Individual and team statistics included passing yards, rushing attempts, receiving yards, sacks, tackles, and turnover differentials recorded by statisticians from organizations such as STATS LLC and Pro Football Focus. Performance highlights referenced career arcs connected to accolades like the NFL Most Valuable Player Award, the Pro Bowl, All-Pro selections, and records maintained alongside historic games such as Super Bowl LI and Super Bowl XLIX. The game's box score and play-by-play were archived by outlets including The New York Times, The Washington Post, Sports Illustrated, USA Today, Bleacher Report, The Athletic, and league publications.

Aftermath and legacy

The outcome influenced offseason decisions within front offices at Arrowhead Stadium and Lincoln Financial Field affiliates, affecting roster moves, coaching staff evaluations, salary-cap management involving agents from firms like CAA Sports and Roc Nation Sports, and draft preparations coordinated with NFL Scouting Combine metrics. Media discourse surrounding the game involved analysts from ESPN, Fox Sports, CBS Sports Network, and commentators who regularly contribute to programs such as NFL RedZone and Good Morning Football. The game's cultural impact extended to civic celebrations in Kansas City, Missouri and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, merchandise sales tracked by Fanatics, Inc. and licenses managed by the National Football League Players Association. Long-term legacy considerations included comparisons to historic championship games archived by the Pro Football Hall of Fame and assessments by sports historians at institutions like the Smithsonian Institution and universities with prominent sports programs such as Ohio State University and University of Alabama.

Category:National Football League championship games