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NFL Players With the Most to Prove in Super Bowl LIX

Zack Cook

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Jalen Carter, Philadelphia Eagles
Jalen Carter has been the focal point of the Eagles' defense during their postseason run. He clogs up lanes in the run game and isn't shy about getting to the quarterback. Carter can be a complete disruptor in the Super Bowl, and if he wants to earn a significant payday, adding an accolade like this would only strengthen his case and start to build his legacy.

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Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs
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Patrick Mahomes has already proven he belongs among the game's greats with his track record. Adding a third-straight Super Bowl, something Tom Brady never accomplished, will only strengthen his case as the greatest of all time. If Mahomes retired tomorrow, he'd already be on his way to Canton. Still, Mahomes is only 29, and he's got plenty left in the tank to make his case. A win on Sunday will give him a unique element to make his case even stronger than it already was.
Jalen Hurts, Philadelphia Eagles
This is a legacy-defining moment for Jalen Hurts. He's set to play in his second Super Bowl in three years, and he'll be heavily relied upon to put this Philadelphia Eagles team over the top. Hurts will have to make some big plays with his arms and legs if the Eagles want to find a way to stop a Kansas City three-peat. Super Bowls are essential for a quarterback's legacy, and Hurts is still searching for his first.

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Travis Kelce, Kansas City Chiefs
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If the Kansas City Chiefs win the Super Bowl this year, is it likely this will be Travis Kelce's final appearance on the field? It's certainly being talked about in the lead-up. Kelce has proven his worth over the years as one of the top tight ends of all time. Another big game in the Super Bowl will only highlight his Hall of Fame legacy and help add accolades to his case for being the top tight end to set foot on the field.
Saquon Barkley, Philadelphia Eagles
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This is the first time that Saquon Barkley has been in the Super Bowl. You know he will want to put on a show like he's done throughout the year with the Eagles. Barkley can cement his legacy with a monster game on Sunday, highlighting that running backs are still as valuable as ever in the NFL. Will Barkley continue to lead the Eagles offense, or will the Chiefs find a way to slow down the game's most talented back?
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Trent McDuffie, Kansas City Chiefs
Trent McDuffie is coming off a lackluster showing in the AFC Championship Game. The challenge only gets bigger in the Super Bowl, knowing the talented crop of pass catchers that the Eagles boast on offense. The Chiefs couldn't pay L'jarius Sneed this offseason, which has put more attention on McDuffie.

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A.J. Brown, Philadelphia Eagles
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This is A.J. Brown's second Super Bowl appearance in three years after being acquired from Tennessee. Brown was a dominant force in 2022 against the Chiefs, hauling in six catches for 96 yards and a touchdown. If the talented wide receiver wants to prove he's a winner in the NFL, he'll need to add a Super Bowl to his resume. As the top option for Hurts, Brown needs to have a big game and be in control on Sunday.
Xavier Worthy, Kansas City Chiefs
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The Kansas City Chiefs added an element of speed to their offense when they moved up to draft Xavier Worthy in the 2024 NFL Draft. Worthy has shown plenty of growth down the stretch and into the postseason for Kansas City, and he has a chance to prove their brass right by balling out in the Super Bowl. Worthy's speed gives them a dynamic element that teams have had difficulty solving. This is a great chance to prove that he's well on his way to becoming an alpha wideout.

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Jalen Carter, Philadelphia Eagles
Jalen Carter has been the focal point of the Eagles' defense during their postseason run. He clogs up lanes in the run game and isn't shy about getting to the quarterback. Carter can be a complete disruptor in the Super Bowl, and if he wants to earn a significant payday, adding an accolade like this would only strengthen his case and start to build his legacy.

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Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs
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Patrick Mahomes has already proven he belongs among the game's greats with his track record. Adding a third-straight Super Bowl, something Tom Brady never accomplished, will only strengthen his case as the greatest of all time. If Mahomes retired tomorrow, he'd already be on his way to Canton. Still, Mahomes is only 29, and he's got plenty left in the tank to make his case. A win on Sunday will give him a unique element to make his case even stronger than it already was.