Ranking the Potential Super Bowl 2025 Matchups
Four teams remain in the NFL postseason, but whoever are the last two are just as important.
4. Chiefs vs. Commanders
There is definitely intrigue in a Kansas City-Washington meetup. Patrick Mahomes is still the present of the NFL, but Jayden Daniels’ quick start could elevate him into the dialogue sooner. Some aspects this would boil down to involve Daniels and the Washington offense against Steve Spagnuolo’s setup.
The Chiefs’ experience going up against a Washington side with a mix of veterans and rising youngsters feels like either Kansas City narrowly squeaks out a victory or wins by at least two scores.
3. Chiefs vs. Eagles
Recent Super Bowl matchups aren’t always a bad thing. The Chiefs’ overtime win over the San Francisco 49ers last season showcased some elite football with both teams being stacked in all units. But are this year’s Eagles on the same level as last season’s 49ers? Also, the Chiefs may have the better record this year but aren’t necessarily as good offensively as last season.
The Eagles are being heavily anchored by Saquon Barkley, a piece they didn’t have when Kansas City won 38-35 two years ago. A rematch feels like it would be a lower-scoring game that Kansas City pulls off, as Jalen Hurts isn’t as explosive as his version that year.
2. Bills vs. Commanders
In terms of a completely fresh matchup, one could argue the Bills and Commanders would be the best possible outcome: Two new faces from recent years. New York vs. Washington. Two teams hoping to either end a long playoff drought or win it all for the first time. Josh Allen vs. Jayden Daniels would also be an extremely fun display of dual-threat quarterbacks.
Additionally, Washington prevented Buffalo from winning its first Super Bowl in 1992 with a 37-24 victory, which was also the last time the D.C. franchise hoisted the trophy. Buffalo could get some long-waited revenge or Washington could inflict that pain once again.
1. Bills vs. Eagles
Where the Eagles edge the Commanders in this ranking is their star power. Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley, A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith, Darius Slay Jr., Jalen Carter, and more could likely give Buffalo a tougher time than Washington, as the Commanders feel a few pieces short of lifting the title this year. Josh Allen vs. Jalen Hurts, James Cook vs. Saquon Barkley, and more matchups could make this potential New York vs. Philadelphia matchup a thriller, whether it’s high scoring or not.
But on the bad news side for Buffalo, all four of its Super Bowl losses have come against NFC East sides: the Giants and Washington once and the Dallas Cowboys twice. Josh Allen, though, could further cement his Hall of Fame case with another curse broken.
Conclusion
The potential Super Bowl 2025 matchups have been ranked, and while each has its own intrigue, the Bills vs. Eagles matchup stands out as the most desirable. The combination of star power, fresh matchups, and the potential for a thrilling game makes this the most appealing outcome.
FAQs
Q: Why did the Chiefs vs. Commanders matchup rank fourth?
A: The matchup is intriguing, but the Chiefs’ experience and the Commanders’ lack of star power hold it back from being a top-ranked matchup.
Q: Why did the Chiefs vs. Eagles matchup rank third?
A: The rematch has some appeal, but the Eagles’ lack of explosiveness and the Chiefs’ dominance in recent years make it a less desirable matchup.
Q: Why did the Bills vs. Commanders matchup rank second?
A: The fresh matchup and the potential for a thrilling game make it an appealing outcome, but the lack of star power on the Commanders’ side holds it back from being the top-ranked matchup.
Q: Why did the Bills vs. Eagles matchup rank first?
A: The combination of star power, fresh matchups, and the potential for a thrilling game make this the most desirable outcome.
