Super Bowl LIX is set for Sunday, February 9, with the Kansas City Chiefs facing off against the Philadelphia Eagles for the championship title. Notably, EA Sports continues its tradition of simulating the Super Bowl, predicting that the Eagles will triumph over the Chiefs with a score of 23-21. The simulation also foresees Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts as the MVP of Super Bowl LIX.
Key predictions from EA’s Madden simulation include:
- Final Score and MVP: The Eagles narrowly defeat the Chiefs 23-21 in a thrilling contest ending on the final drive, with Jalen Hurts earning the MVP title.
- Early Game Dynamics: The Eagles kick off the game strong, with Saquon Barkley scoring the first touchdown. The Chiefs respond with a touchdown pass from Patrick Mahomes to Travis Kelce, but an interception by CJ Gardner-Johnson keeps the game competitive.
- Second Half Turnaround: After trailing 14-10 at halftime, the Eagles take the lead in the third quarter with a touchdown pass from Hurts to A.J. Brown. A critical stop by the Eagles’ defense, led by Jalen Carter, halts the Chiefs on a fourth-down attempt.
- Clutch Moments: In a tense fourth quarter, Mahomes leads the Chiefs down the field for a touchdown, but the Eagles respond with a field goal to regain the lead. The Chiefs’ last drive ends in a missed field goal attempt, securing the Eagles’ victory.
EA Sports has a history of making accurate predictions, notably forecasting the New England Patriots’ comeback against the Seattle Seahawks in 2015, including the final score and the decisive play. However, it’s worth noting that EA’s predictions can also miss the mark.
As Super Bowl LIX approaches, we reflect on over a decade of EA Sports’ Madden Super Bowl simulations. Historically, EA has accurately predicted the winning team around 50% of the time, revealing a mixed record over the years. The simulations started strongly with four consecutive correct predictions but have since alternated in accuracy.
Additionally, with the Super Bowl capturing global attention, companies are investing heavily in advertising, with costs reaching up to $8 million for a 30-second spot. This year’s ads are expected to feature a significant focus on AI.
Super Bowl 59 kicks off on February 9 at 6:30 PM ET. Here’s a summary of EA’s Madden Super Bowl predictions and actual outcomes from previous years:
| Super Bowl | EA Prediction | Actual Result | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Super Bowl 59 | PHI 23, KC 21 | ??? | Check back soon! |
| Super Bowl 58 | KC 30, SF 28 | KC 25, SF 22 | Right! |
| Super Bowl 57 | PHI 31, KC 17 | KC 38, PHI 35 | Wrong! |
| Super Bowl 56 | LA 21, CIN 24 | LA 23, CIN 20 | Wrong! |
| Super Bowl 55 | KC 37, TB 27 | KC 9, TB 31 | Wrong! |
| Super Bowl 54 | KC 35, SF 31 | KC 31, SF 20 | Right! |
| Super Bowl 53 | LA 30, NE 27 | NE 13, LA 3 | Wrong! |
| Super Bowl 52 | NE 24, PHI 20 | PHI 41, NE 33 | Wrong! |
| Super Bowl 51 | NE 27, ATL 24 | NE 34, ATL 28 | Right! |
| Super Bowl 50 | CAR 24, DEN 20 | DEN 24, CAR 10 | Wrong! |
| Super Bowl 49 | NE 28, SEA 24 | NE 28, SEA 24 | Spooky Good! |
| Super Bowl 48 | DEN 31, SEA 28 | SEA 43, DEN 8 | Wrong! |
| Super Bowl 47 | BAL 27, SF 24 | BAL 34, SF 31 | Right! |
| Super Bowl 46 | NYG 27, NE 24 | NYG 21, NE 17 | Right! |
