Super Bowl Domination

Chapter 1713 Offensive and Defensive Battle
Confrontation, stalemate, deadlock, a chase, an endless entanglement.

Super Bowl XL5 lived up to expectations, delivering a spectacular and thrilling performance with the Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers trading leads fiercely.

The story is full of twists and turns, with suspense that continues throughout.

The first three quarters were closely contested, with no clear winner. In the fourth quarter, the Kansas City Chiefs took the lead, applying pressure with their offensive pace and capitalizing on the defensive lapses caused by the Kansas City Chiefs' fatigue. However, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers launched a counterattack, with Brady once again demonstrating his unwavering resilience and tenacity, as seen in the Super Bowl, and incredibly scoring two consecutive points to take the lead.

In the previous three quarters, the score fluctuated and the lead changed hands frequently, with the game proceeding at a leisurely pace.

Entering the fourth quarter, the score soared dramatically.

At this point, the audience realized what a game of strategy was. Whether it was Reed or Arians, they had been building up their strength and accumulating power in the first three quarters, focusing on attrition and confrontation. Their real trump cards were all saved for the decisive battle in the fourth quarter because they knew their opponents' abilities. Like a marathon, if you can't establish an absolute advantage in the early stages, then you should keep a low profile and maintain your pace, saving it for the final stretch to unleash your full potential.

The group was stunned.

The first three quarters were filled with countless classic moments, yet the situation was still one where both sides were holding back their strength.
Social networks have been completely torn apart.

But the crack was just a crack; it didn't explode before the game accelerated in the fourth quarter, sweeping everyone into the storm.

A series of explosive moments, non-stop climaxes, and not a single dull moment.

"34:30".

With two minutes and thirty-one seconds left in the game, the ultimate suspense of the 2020 season was about to be revealed. However, these 151 seconds were likely to be the longest, most agonizing, and most painful of the entire season, truly feeling like an eternity, with every second being the ultimate torture.

Currently, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are in front, the Kansas City Chiefs are behind, but possession is in the hands of the three-time defending champions.

A four-point lead is far from enough, because the two sides have already changed the lead four times in the fourth quarter alone. The so-called lead advantage is insignificant, the suspense continues to rise, and with the passing of time, it becomes more and more tense and exciting, almost suffocating.

The Kansas City Chiefs are trying to control the clock, and so are the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. They can't just focus on the score now; they also need to think about what to do next after scoring.

Reed hadn't forgotten that in the National League Finals, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the Green Bay Packers by managing their time in the final moments, and Rogers suffered a heartbreaking defeat in the National League Finals for the second consecutive year.

However, this is not easy, especially since the Kansas City Chiefs are currently trailing in the score.

This initial push went smoothly, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' defense didn't seem to be doing too well. Mahomes completely controlled the game, but after crossing the halfway line, the defensive pressure began to rise, and it entered another level just outside the red zone. The defense unleashed its pent-up energy, creating continuous trouble and breaking the balance.

On a 10-yard shot, Mahomes nearly got sacked, but his hasty pass failed to complete.

On second down to ten yards, Mahomes was under intense pressure. Although he managed to find an opening to shoot, Kelsey was surrounded after receiving the ball and was unable to continue advancing.

Therefore, three gears and six yards.

The Kansas City Chiefs face three long downs and have one or two more offensive opportunities before the official two-minute timeout.

At this point, Arians' defensive strategy couldn't be clearer: they deliberately gave up yards and ran down the clock, focusing their defensive efforts primarily on the second line and backcourt. They refused to let the Kansas Chiefs play for a long time, but allowed them to score from free kicks, then maintained a one-point lead before Brady entered the game.

Thanks to Brady's control of the game, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers used up all the remaining two minutes and won the championship.

In Arianes' blueprint, "34:33" is the final score.

Of course, it would be great if Brady could come on and continue to push the offense forward; but Arians wouldn't risk trying free kicks or touchdowns because there's no point in continuing to score. The core of the strategy is to run down the clock and keep the Kansas City Chiefs' offense on the bench.

Therefore, Arianz was satisfied with a score of 34-33 to end the game.

The only way for the Kansas City Chiefs to break the deadlock is to score a touchdown, overturn Arrians' strategy, and regain the initiative. Three downs and six yards are crucial.

This situation was all too familiar to the Kansas City Chiefs. There was no tension or hesitation. They quickly set up their formation and didn't even need to exchange glances. The tacit understanding they had cultivated over the past four seasons was crystal clear.

"attack!"

Mahomes announced the kickoff, immediately turned and joined Levi's group, the two moved laterally to the right, away from the pocket, a modern outside area offensive system.

Mahomes faked a pass, feinted, and then shoved the football into Levi's arms.

Three downs and six yards, a touchdown was a must, and the ball was 21 yards from the end zone. Under these circumstances, it was only natural for Mahomes to pass the ball and go all out. Hill and Hardman had already made a long run down the vertical line into the end zone, attracting the defensive attention like burning meteors.

Modern outside offense is also part of a strategy to confuse the defense.

However, the Kansas Chiefs opted to run the ball, handing the football back to Levi once again.

Firstly, it breaks expectations, with hopes that Li Wei will take the third gear shift.

Secondly, the Kansas City Chiefs need a touchdown, but they're not in a rush. They need to run down the clock, staying on the field as long as possible. After the touchdown, they want to reduce Brady's time to get back on the field and force him to risk a Marble run.

This is not Brady's forte.

In other words, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have their own plans, and the Kansas City Chiefs have their own strategies; both head coaches are engaged in a game of strategy.

So, Mahomes used a perfect feint to fool the opponent and then handed the football to Levi.

however!
Bang, bang bang bang.

A collision ensued, sending dust flying.

"Grab and grab!"

"Three Tampa Bay pirates have surrounded and intercepted Levi!"

“Arians was one step ahead, and a three-man encirclement was waiting for Levi on the tee line! Levi was helpless, which was almost like walking into a trap.”

"There is no chance. Li Wei has absolutely no chance."

"The Tampa Bay Buccaneers completed the most important defensive play of the game. Even Arians clenched his fist in celebration. It was rare for them to see through Reed's tactics and set up a trap in advance for Levi. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' defense appeared calm, collected, and determined to win, delivering a direct blow to Levi."

Li Wei was in a sorry state.

In the game of scheming and counter-scheming, the cunning Arrians finally caught Reed, and the entire Tampa Bay pirate crew was in an uproar.

Brady even clenched his fists and jumped high into the air, roaring and cheering for the defense.

Mahomes looked frustrated. He should have acted as a wingman, following Levi forward to break through their encirclement. If he had created even the slightest opportunity, Levi might have been able to break through.

Damn it!

And now?
Four gears and six codes.

(End of this chapter)