Super Bowl Domination

Chapter 1642 Fate's Cycle
Lamar Jackson, the perfect quarterback template, is highly anticipated by the entire league, with professionals saying he represents the future of football.

But what is the reality?
Jackson vs. Levi: three losses in three matches.

To be more precise, it should be described as a complete defeat. Since their first meeting in the NCAA, they have suffered repeated defeats in all their matches, both on and off the court, and have been unable to secure a single victory.

If Jackson didn't have psychological trauma, then we should be amazed by his true "iron will."

So, did Jackson possess the perseverance and determination to fight on despite repeated defeats?

After the game, the entire league's attention was focused on the Baltimore Ravens. Jackson, who was highly anticipated and pushed to the top, was in the eye of the storm. This talented quarterback, who was supposed to become the face of the league and lead a new wave of football, was once again strangled.

Before he knew it, Jackson was already a third-year rookie, with only one year left before his contract expired. He didn't have much time left to make excuses and maintain his position.

"...They are the ones who restrain us."

After a long silence, Jackson gave an answer that was neither anger, nor frustration, nor irritability—nothing at all—but rather a sense of dejection.

It seems that he didn't know what to do when he stood in front of Li Wei.

He had given it his all, he had held nothing back, he had spent the entire off-season sharpening his skills, training with the goal of surpassing the level of the Levi training camp, training to the point that he could taste blood in his mouth, all for today; but the game was completely devoid of competition, and he lost in this way.

Jackson was truly bewildered and fell into deep self-doubt. Could it be that he could never defeat Levi?

So when a reporter asked Jackson how he viewed his rivalry with Levi, Jackson didn't fly into a rage or fly into a rage. Instead, he stood there blankly, staring ahead with an empty gaze, looking lost and disoriented. He had actually drifted off during the press conference.

That sight was truly heartbreaking.

"Lamar..."

"Lamar!"

It wasn't until a reporter on the scene, unable to bear it any longer, woke Jackson up with a start, like a frightened bird waking from a nightmare.

Barely regaining his composure, Jackson hurriedly said, "This isn't a contest between me and Levi, but a contest between the chief and the crow. We'll find a way."

For once, the reporters showed mercy and did not continue their attack, giving Jackson a chance to catch his breath; the fire then turned to head coach Harper.

Hubble readily admitted defeat, once again demonstrating the qualities of a top coach.

"They beat us in every aspect, from pre-match preparation, tactical execution, match performance, and on-the-spot adjustments. We lost very thoroughly and very badly."

"No excuses."

"We need more accurate analysis and planning, we need to make more correct judgments and choices in the game, and we have a lot of work to do."

Failure is extremely difficult, heartbreaking, and bitter, but facing failure is the first step towards success, and Hubble firmly believes this.

When reporters brought up the head-to-head record between Levi and Jackson, Hubble, unusually, gave a wry smile.

"You're making me regret it, aren't you?"

The reporters immediately caught the implication in Hubble's words: "...Coach Hubble, are you planning to draft Levi in ​​the 2017 NBA Draft?"

Big news!

This is absolutely bombshell. Although Levi is in his fourth year in the league, no one knew that the Baltimore Ravens were also interested in him, in addition to the Kansas City Chiefs. If this is true, it explains why Hubble has always held Levi in ​​high regard. Hubble didn't deny it, saying, "Clearly, Coach Reed showed his determination. That's competitive sports; only those with determination and belief can have the last laugh."

"Without a doubt, Levi is a player. The Player. A unique individual. He knows what he's doing, and he knows what the team is doing. This quality is invaluable, and it's something Lamar needs to learn. I believe he has that ability."

Buzz, buzz.

The press conference room was filled with noise.

The reporter cautiously inquired, "Coach Harper, did you just say... you hope Lamar will learn from Levi?"

Hubble: "Yes. He's the best player in the league right now, and I believe Lamar can learn a lot from him and eventually use that to beat him."

Open, generous, and full of wisdom.

Hubble demonstrated the magnanimity and rationality of a top coach, acknowledging for the first time that Jackson needs to learn from Levi, even though Jackson is hailed as perfect, even though Jackson is a quarterback and Levi is a running back, even though Jackson and Levi are only one year apart in age, and even though last season Jackson and Levi were tied for first and second place in different selections and awards.

A bombshell was dropped with an understated air.

One can imagine the uproar and turmoil that erupted both inside and outside the league; but for the Kansas City Chiefs, they have already moved on—

Our focus is now on next week.

After withstanding pressure to defeat the Baltimore Ravens on the road, the Kansas City Chiefs' regular season winning streak has reached a strong 21 games, tying the New England Patriots' record. They only need one more win to break the record and take the lead on this list.

Furthermore, they extended their winning streak throughout the season, including the regular season and playoffs, to twenty-eight games.

In the NFL, where there are only sixteen regular season games, this is an incredible achievement. The Kansas City Chiefs continue to create legends and challenge the ceiling.

It's easy to imagine how many teams in the league are eager to defeat the Kansas City Chiefs.

That is why the Kansas City Chiefs need to focus and concentrate, avoid being distracted by external factors, and concentrate wholeheartedly on the game.

Next opponent: New England Patriots.

Everything, like a cycle of destiny, what could be more romantic, more poetic, or more dramatic than such a battle of fate?

The Kansas City Chiefs must break the New England Patriots' 21-game regular season winning streak by defeating them.

It's not just about breaking another record; more importantly, it's about sending all the remaining fragments and ghosts of the New England Patriots dynasty to hell.

And what about the New England Patriots?

After Brady turned and left, the dynasty that had ruled the league for two decades came to an end, but Billy Chek's New England Patriots were far from over.

The New England Patriots don't just need to beat the Kansas City Chiefs to hold onto a historical record—a mere record that's not worth Belichick's attention; what's truly important is that Belichick is chasing the record for most wins by an NFL head coach. He needs the New England Patriots to leave the past behind and start afresh; he needs the New England Patriots to regain their footing in the post-Brady era and begin a completely new chapter.

He needs to prove that the glory and success of the New England Patriots dynasty was due to him, Bill Belichick, not Tom Brady. He needs to clearly leave his mark on the NFL's thick trophy book and prove his unique status in the sport.

He needs to defeat the Kansas Chief.

(End of this chapter)