Dominate the Super Bowl-Chapter 1145 - 1144 Disdainful

On one side, the New England Patriots and the Green Bay Packers have seen their undefeated streaks shattered this season, but they remain competitive. Perhaps a single loss could lift the burden of chasing a perfect season and allow them to start fresh.

On the other hand, the Baltimore Ravens, New Orleans Saints, Seattle Seahawks, and other teams are in hot pursuit. The Saints have only one loss, while the other two teams have two losses each. It’s anyone’s game, the victor is still undecided.

Meanwhile! The San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs are neck and neck, not giving an inch. Their perfect records continue, marking only the fifth time in NFL history such a milestone has been reached, drawing intense focus from all sides.

In the 1990 season, both the San Francisco 49ers and New York Giants maintained a ten-game winning streak to start the season.

In the 1998 season, the Denver Broncos and Minnesota Vikings each started the season with an eight-game winning streak.

In the 2009 season, which is also the most incredible milestone in NFL history, the Indianapolis Colts and New Orleans Saints both created a thirteen-game winning streak, nearly spanning the entire season.

In the 2015 season, the Carolina Panthers and New England Patriots set the example for recent years with a twelve-game winning streak at the start of the season.

Then, there’s the current 2019 season, where the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs have opened with a nine-game winning streak, proudly securing their place in the annals of history.

No wonder the League is startled again and again.

The previous season, the spectacle of the Los Angeles Rams, New Orleans Saints, Kansas City Chiefs, and New England Patriots advancing together was a magnificent highlight. Their remarkable performance in jointly reaching the conference finals became a summary and essence of the season.

People almost believed that the excitement of the 2018 season would be hard to replicate.

Yet surprisingly, the 2019 season has forged its own kind of excitement.

The NFL, undeniably the most exciting and entertaining professional league in North America, is full of suspense and continuous thrills. Even with the Kansas City Chiefs in pursuit of a historic three-peat, there’s no sense of monotony that often accompanies domination; instead, it’s quite the opposite, with endless attractions and climaxes. With just over half the season gone, it’s already a thrilling ride.

The second half of the season will be even more worth looking forward to.

The first question that stands out is: Who will slip first, the San Francisco 49ers or the Kansas City Chiefs? Who can stop these teams?

"Garoppolo vs. Li Wei" —

It’s no longer just media speculation. With the New England Patriots’ loss, Garoppolo and Li Wei remain the last two standing for the undefeated teams in the league. The bond created via Donald Yee adds a sense of destiny to the confrontation between these two teams.

After all, whether it’s Garoppolo or Li Wei, nobody expected them to get to where they are now. There’s no anticipation, only pressure; no attention, only underestimation. They must work silently in the unnoticed corners and let their performance on the field be their voice.

And right now, they are racing headlong toward the Super Bowl title.

"Jimmy, Li Wei has once again led the Kansas City Chiefs to victory with unparalleled performance and has been nominated as the AFC’s Best Offensive Player of October. What are your thoughts on this?"

Li Wei, Li Wei, Li Wei, Li Wei, Li Wei...

The endless droning, like a demonic chant invading thoughts, is driving Garoppolo to the brink of explosion.

Lately, Garoppolo has been especially sensitive. Li Wei has become the keyword; with the slightest touch, he erupts like a volcano.

"I think Lamar Jackson is more deserving."

Garoppolo even refuses to utter Li Wei’s name. While he doesn’t lash out with insults, his attitude unmistakably reveals his stance.

Jackson: Thanks, though. But please, I don’t need your recognition.

"Jimmy, which team do you think in the league can defeat the Kansas City Chiefs?"

"Ha." Garoppolo laughed instantly, exuding strong confidence in his words, suggesting that even the San Francisco 49ers don’t need to step in. "I believe Tennessee can do it."

"But both the Los Angeles Rams and the Green Bay Packers under Shanahan’s offensive system were taken down by the Kansas City Chiefs. Do you think the Kansas City Chiefs possess weapons to counter Shanahan, thereby being capable of defeating the San Francisco 49ers?"

Garoppolo: ...

With hair bristling and face flushed like an overripe tomato ready to explode at any moment.

"We’ll see you on the field."

A single sentence, firm and clear.

However, when the topic shifted to Li Wei, the mood changed instantly.

"Who?"

Reporter: ...

This time, Li Wei laughed too. How could he not know Garoppolo?

"What I mean is, they’re not within the scope of our game plan. Clearly, we don’t need to consider them. Our only concern right now is our next opponent, the Tennessee Titans. We’re about to meet Derrick Henry again, aren’t we? Quite looking forward to it."

With seemingly effortless finesse, he deflected the reporter’s attack.

He knows the media is continually hyping the "Kansas City Chiefs vs. San Francisco 49ers" topic. The league needs traffic and focus, but that doesn’t mean they have to cooperate—

The San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs have no chance to face each other in the regular season. The only stage on which they might meet is the Super Bowl, so before both sides reach the Super Bowl to face each other, Li Wei isn’t planning to consider the San Francisco 49ers.

Focus on what lies ahead, that’s the true path.

However, in the eyes of the reporters, a slight tease changes the tone.

"Li Wei doesn’t have Garoppolo on his radar."

"Li Wei: The San Francisco 49ers aren’t worth paying attention to."

With just a few words, the reporters escalate the tension to the maximum.

Garoppolo: ...

Smoke of war fills the air.

In truth, Li Wei is right. If the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers hope to meet in the Super Bowl, the last thing they need is distractions from the media; they should concentrate on the upcoming games.

In Week 10 of the regular season, the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs both face new challenges. Perhaps this week might be the season’s watershed moment.

No one should let their guard down—

This week, the San Francisco 49ers will battle their division rival, the Seattle Seahawks.

During the offseason, the Seattle Seahawks saw their Bombing Corps disintegrate and had to bid farewell to their glory days. The mounting issues in the locker room pose severe challenges. Head coach Carroll and quarterback Wilson must rally once again.

And they did, with an extraordinary comeback performance.

As of now, the Seattle Seahawks have a record of seven wins and two losses, holding back the Los Angeles Rams, and are currently second in the National Conference West Division. Their goal is not just the playoffs. If they’re to aim for higher aspirations, the Seahawks’ first step is to emerge from the division.

Understandably, when facing the San Francisco 49ers, the Seahawks’ fighting spirit is at its peak.

Rather than concerning themselves with the Kansas City Chiefs’ status, the San Francisco 49ers should focus on the tough battle against the Seattle Seahawks.

At least, that’s what the Kansas City Chiefs are doing, refusing to get distracted or complacent. In the upcoming week, they’re facing a tough opponent for the third consecutive time:

Led by Derrick Henry of the Tennessee Titans.

"Crimson Tide Storm 2.0" is undoubtedly another major highlight.

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