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The Chiefs defense will make their top priority containing Christian McCaffrey, opening up room for the team’s other playmakers to work. That will include Samuel, who brings a unique skillset into Sunday’s Super Bowl.
The Chiefs pass defense was one of the best in the league during the regular season, but Samuel is far more than a pass catcher. The 28-year-old is an excellent rusher who can break big plays off of screens or short crossing routes. As good as the Chiefs are against the pass, they were eighteenth in the league against the run (113.2 YPG).
The Chiefs struggles against the run also means they will need to overcompensate to stop McCaffrey. That will open up the passing game, especially for receiver screens.
While Deebo hasn’t scored in the playoffs, he was also limited by injury. The receiver finished the season scoring nine touchdowns across the final seven games of the season.