The factors that will decide the Super Bowl: Barkley, blitzes, refs and a kickers’ battle

The Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs are evenly matched for the NFL’s showpiece. Small margins are likely to decide the championship

THREE IN A ROW?: Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes arrives during Super Bowl 59 Opening Night. Pic: AP Photo/Matt York.

The best roster in the NFL versus the league’s best quarterback. Two defensive wizards. Two offenses that hold on to the ball for a long, loooooong time, prioritizing efficiency and ball security above all else. 

This year’s Super Bowl will probably be a tight, low-scoring affair.