Dominate the Super Bowl-Chapter 1189 - 1188: A Kind of Mercy

"28:16".

The Kansas City Chiefs are leading by twelve points, but is the situation really as clear-cut as it seems?

Not really.

Throughout the first half, the Kansas City Chiefs entered the Red Zone four times, and all four times resulted in touchdowns, showcasing the efficiency of their offensive group in the Red Zone.

The Los Angeles Chargers also approached the Red Zone four times, but only secured a touchdown once, with the other three resulting in field goals, lacking momentum.

From the score, the Kansas City Chiefs have pulled ahead; but upon careful analysis, the Los Angeles Chargers are giving no ground whatsoever, which explains why they were able to upset the Kansas City Chiefs at home last season. However, competitive sports are just as calm and harsh, much like the critical strike in football...

Even if a team bombards the goal with numerous shots on target, without scoring, a goal is a goal; while the opponent only needs one shot on target to score, then at that moment, the latter takes the lead.

This is also a reflection of the Los Angeles Chargers this season.

They still have strength, resilience, and competitiveness, but missing the spark of the final critical move leads them to mire in the mud.

So, standing in this predicament, can the Los Angeles Chargers regain the energy and form of last season?

The pressure falls entirely on Rivers’ shoulders.

The second half begins amidst anticipation and doubt, with the Los Angeles Chargers taking the lead on offense.

Everything, as expected.

The Los Angeles Chargers are not ready to surrender nor are they ready to give up the game.

The heavy blow in the last forty-eight seconds of the first half, fueled and motivated by the halftime break, transformed into the fire and drive for their counterattack.

Rivers exhibited the demeanor of a veteran, mature and calm, taking control of the situation.

Rivers, with a clear and calm mind, knows that if the Los Angeles Chargers want to make an impact or even win this game, the offensive group must step up before their defensive group stops Mahomes and Li Wei, otherwise, all efforts will be in vain.

Ultimately, the Los Angeles Chargers lit up the spirit of a comeback with a seventeen-yard passing touchdown, igniting the passion of Wembley instantly into a frenzy.

However, this small impact was indeed limited in affecting the Kansas City Chiefs.

Mahomes immediately responded, after the first half’s ups and downs and adjustments, this young quarterback is regaining his touch.

A series of pass-run combinations, backed by solid and steady ground attacks as support, allowed Mahomes to gradually reclaim composure and confidence, with a passing rhythm and defense reading visibly under control, making the offense smooth.

Finally, Mahomes connected with Wide Receiver Watkins for a fourteen-yard passing touchdown, responding firmly to the Los Angeles Chargers.

Back and forth, knife-edge action.

The game entered the most exciting and spectacular stage, with climax after climax.

Wembley witnessed the most thrilling game in a decade of the London Bowl.

Unfortunately, the Los Angeles Chargers still fell short, not so much resembling the first half, but rather extending this season’s pattern—

At crucial moments, they lack the final spark, clearly creating opportunities, yet always missing the mark at the critical strike, ultimately swallowing the bitter gall they brewed.

What seems like a hair’s breadth difference accrues over time into an insurmountable chasm, watching helplessly as the opponent gradually pulls away.

"44:29".

Into the second half, the Los Angeles Chargers shrugged off their burdens and went all-in, attacking fiercely, and on the momentum front, they did not fall behind, earning wave after wave of applause at Wembley with an excellent performance.

However, not only did the score difference not close, but it continued to widen.

Tik-tok, tik-tok, the game clock kept mercilessly running down.

"...there’s not much time left for the Los Angeles Chargers."

"Now the Kansas City Chiefs have brought in backup running back Damien to run down the game clock, and they just need one more first down to call the game done."

"The Los Angeles Lightning Defense Group has not given up; they are trying to get another opportunity for Rivers to step onto the field, fighting for every last moment of this season."

"Unbelievable, after such a spectacular and successful season last year, the Los Angeles Chargers might fall out early from playoff contention this season. For Rivers, whose professional career is nearing its end, the time to contend for a Super Bowl is running out."

"That’s why the Los Angeles Lightning Defense Group has not given up."

"Joey Bosa is energizing his teammates, continually shouting and cheering on the team, hoping they can make one more crucial defensive play."

"Now with Li Wei off the field, perhaps this is the Los Angeles Chargers’ last chance."

Yet, the Kansas City Chiefs surprised everyone by opting for a fake run and real pass on a third and seven, when all eyes were on running back Damien, Mahomes made a precise short pass to find Kelsey, completing the connection.

Kelsey, performing well this game, snagged the football amidst double coverage, completing the first down conversion, officially dooming the Los Angeles Chargers and killing the game.

"Mahomes takes a knee to end the drive, and the game is over."

"The fourth and final game of the 2019 London Bowl Series sees the Kansas City Chiefs defeating the Los Angeles Chargers on the road. We foresaw the outcome but not the process."

"The Kansas City Chiefs delivered a convincing performance, handing the Los Angeles Chargers their most crushing and fatal defeat of the season. It marks their first double-digit loss this season, with the Kansas City Chiefs giving no hope to their division rival, decisively extinguishing hope."

"Unbelievable! At this moment last season, the Los Angeles Chargers and Kansas City Chiefs were neck and neck, competing for the division’s top spot; yet this season, the Kansas City Chiefs ended the Chargers’ playoff hopes—

At least 99%, the Los Angeles Chargers are out of the playoff picture, with the remaining 1% needing a miracle."

"This makes it all the more bitter and painful for the Los Angeles Chargers."

"However, that’s the NFL."

"A good season last year could lead to an abyss this year."

"The Kansas City Chiefs have maintained top-level standards and championship competitiveness for three consecutive seasons, standing in front of the Los Angeles Chargers, making it all the worthier."

"Now the question arises, with the Kansas City Chiefs mercilessly snuffing out the glimmer of hope for the Los Angeles Chargers, is that a good or a bad thing?"

On the field, Bosa is pondering this question—

If the loss came within a three-point margin, would it be easier to swallow?

Or would losing so decisively and with no chance completely wake them up, ending any baseless fantasies for this season, and realize it’s time to prepare for the next season?

From the latter perspective, the Kansas City Chiefs’ decisive kill may actually be a kind of mercy to the Los Angeles Chargers?

Bosa is somewhat unsure, lifting his head to spot Li Wei in the crowd, taking a deep breath, and then actively stepping forward towards Li Wei.