Will Joe Burrow End Patrick Mahomes’ Three Peat Dream? Bengal’s QB Sends Strong Warning To Chiefs

In an epic AFC clash, Joe Burrow has confidently declared the revamped Bengals are "built to beat" dynastic Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes, who is pursuing an unprecedented three-peat of Super Bowl titles.

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Published on Apr 16, 2024 | 08:35 PM IST | 35.5K
Will Joe Burrow be a threat to Patrick Mahomes
Joe Burrow and Patrick Mahomes (PC: Getty Images)

Joe Burrow, the Cincinnati Bengals' star quarterback, has boldly declared that his team is "built to beat" Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs, sending a stern warning to the back-to-back Super Bowl champions who are eyeing an unprecedented three-peat.

Impressive Record Fuels Joe Burrow's Confidence

Burrow's confidence stems from his impressive 3-1 record against Mahomes and the Chiefs, including victories in their last three meetings. "I think we match up pretty well with them," Burrow stated, adding, "I think we're built to beat them. I always appreciate the legendary battles we have."

Despite facing injuries that caused him to miss the final seven games of the past season, the Bengals' signal-caller remains optimistic about his team's prospects, boosted by key offseason acquisitions and the weakening of rival contenders.

Bolstering the Offensive Line for Chiefs

To fortify their chances against the Chiefs' formidable defense, the Bengals have significantly strengthened their offensive line, which was a glaring weakness last season. Last offseason, they acquired Mahomes' former blindside tackle, Orlando Brown Jr., and have now added another towering presence in Trent Brown. This tandem of massive tackles, among the largest in the NFL, aims to provide Burrow with ample protection against the relentless Chiefs pass rush.

In a surprising move, Cincinnati parted ways with veteran running back Joe Mixon, sending him to the AFC rival Houston Texans to free up much-needed cap space. The Bengals then utilized these funds to bolster their defensive line, signing interior defensive lineman Sheldon Rankins, and introducing a new safety duo of Von Bell and Geno Stone, solidifying their secondary.

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Chiefs Weakened, Bengals Strengthened

Burrow's belief in the Bengals' ability to dethrone the Chiefs has been further fueled by the losses suffered by their rivals, who appear weaker on paper heading into the upcoming season. Their division rival, the Baltimore Ravens, has lost several key defensive playmakers, including Stone, Jadeveon Clowney, Patrick Queen, John Simpson, Kevin Zeitler, and perhaps most significantly, defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald.

Meanwhile, the Buffalo Bills, another formidable AFC contender, traded away star receiver Stefon Diggs and have yet to find an adequate replacement, potentially weakening their offensive firepower.

Patrick Mahomes Eyeing Legendary Three-peat

On the other side of this epic AFC clash, Mahomes and the Chiefs are laser-focused on achieving an unprecedented three-peat, something the superstar quarterback describes as "legendary." Hours after securing their second consecutive Super Bowl victory, Mahomes declared, "It [would be] legendary. No one's ever done it, and we knew it's legendary to win back-to-back. I think eight other teams have done it. We had heard it all week. We had talked to the guys [who had gone back-to-back] about it, and we felt like we had the best opportunity that we had ever had to go out there and do that."

However, Mahomes acknowledged the immense challenge of achieving such a feat, emphasizing the need for consistency and sustained excellence. "We've got to continue to play our best football. We'll celebrate these next few weeks, and then we'll get right back at it," he stated, underscoring the Chiefs' determination to make history.

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Joe Burrow’s Begals VS Patrick Mahomes’ Chiefs

As the 2024 season approaches, the stage is set for an epic showdown between Burrow's confident, revamped Bengals and Mahomes' dynastic Chiefs, who are relentlessly pursuing an unprecedented three-peat of Super Bowl titles.

Burrow's bold proclamation that his team is "built to beat" the Chiefs has only added fuel to the fire, setting the stage for a captivating clash between two of the NFL's most talented and accomplished young quarterbacks.

While Mahomes and the Chiefs are driven by the allure of cementing their place in the annals of NFL history, Burrow and the Bengals are determined to dethrone the reigning champions and stake their own claim to supremacy in the AFC.

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With both teams boasting talented rosters and a history of intense battles, the upcoming season promises to be a thrilling spectacle, as the Chiefs pursue an unprecedented three-peat and the Bengals aim to be the team that finally ends their dynastic reign.

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