Super Bowl LVIII: A Recap
By • February 12, 2024 0 2021
It sure would be nice to have the day after the Super Bowl become a national holiday, especially with games like last night’s, which ran over four hours long. In case you missed the extravaganza, here’s a recap of Super Bowl LVIII.
A Dynasty is Born
The Kansas City Chiefs have officially created their own dynasty, with quarterback Patrick Mahomes, tight end Travis Kelce and head coach Andy Reid as the team’s fearless leaders. The team won the game in a nail-biter that went into overtime, with a final score of 25-22.
The 49ers dominated most of the game while the world watched a clearly frustrated Chiefs team. Of course, with a little Mahomes magic (and perhaps a sprinkle of Kelce girlfriend Taylor Swift’s pixie dust) the Chiefs came back and ultimately won the game in overtime. Wide receiver Mecole Hardman made the winning touchdown pass from Mahomes, telling reporters he “blacked out” when he scored.
Mecole Hardma and Chiefs’ teammate celebrate the overtime touchdown clincher, on a pass from repeat Super Bowl MVP quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Courtesy ET. Youtube video screen capture.
It’s a Love Story, Baby Just Let Her Be!
After months of “dads, Brads, and Chads” complaining about global superstar Taylor Swift being shown too much during games, Swift and her box full of stars (including actresses Blake Lively and Keleigh Teller, Travis Kelce’s mother Donna, brother Jason, and his wife Kylie, stylist Ashley Avignone and more) were at the game to support the Chiefs. During the four hour and 20-minute broadcast, Swift was only shown a dozen times for a total of 53 seconds, shorter than the average bathroom break.
Kelce and Swift following the Chief’s stunning overtime win. Courtesy ET. Youtube video screen capture.
For men miffed at Swift’s airtime (despite how small it was), it was advised to turn off the post-game show. Swift and Kelce were prominently featured with a post-Super Bowl smooch or two that even the worst of cynics couldn’t help but collectively say “Awww!” Thankfully, the Chiefs did pull through with a win, as Swift raced back to the States after her last Eras Tour concert in Tokyo. Whew!
Usher’s Sultry Performance: Millennials Grab Your Ice Packs
According to a post recently spotted on X (formerly Twitter), one of the best parts of getting old is the halftime acts are geared specifically to you. Millennials were delighted with Usher’s 15-minute set, which included singer and pianist Alicia Keys, rappers Ludacris and Lil Jon, singer H.E.R., The Black Eyed Peas’ Will.i.am, and Jermaine Dupri.
Usher performs his hit “Yeah!” during the half-time show. Photo courtesy NFL. Youtube video screen capture.
It was hard not to dance along to hits like “Yeah!” “Caught Up,” “Love in This Club,” “My Boo,” and more, while gawking at Usher’s ability to dance seamlessly on roller skates. If you’re born between 1980 and 1995, you may need an ice pack on your back or knees today!
Mediocre Commercials
In the past, Super Bowl commercials used to be as anticipated as the game itself. Before the game even aired, Adweek released all 44 Super Bowl ads out at that point. The excitement, however, just isn’t there for the commercials as it once was. In fact, a Cetaphil ad for the Super Bowl debuted Friday and divided the internet. Some thought it was sweet while others said the father in it only paid attention to his daughter when she took an interest in football.
Other than that, most commercials were movie trailers full of upcoming Marvel movies or the remake of the 1996 hit Twister coming this summer.
