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Analysts highlighted the tactical depth, noting how the Chiefs employed multiple formations and used their offensive weapons to keep the Raiders guessing. The inclusion of Rice, Brown, and Kelsey allowed Mahomes to operate at a high tempo, exploiting matchups and creating mismatches, especially with Kelsey’s ability to find open spaces in man coverage.
Defensively, the Chiefs relied on their middle linebacker Bolton and other defenders like Watson to disrupt Smith’s rhythm. The Raiders’ offensive game plan called for quick passes and trying to get the ball into the hands of their playmakers, though holding penalties and pressure thwarted some of their early success.