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5 Takeaways from the NFL Conference Championship Games

Author Anne Erickson
SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 28: Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers talks with Jared Goff #16 of the Detroit Lions following the NFC Championship Game at Levi's Stadium on January 28, 2024 in Santa Clara, California. San Francisco defeated Detroit 34-31. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

Well, last Sunday’s (Jan. 28) NFL Conference Championship games were a pair for the books. Now, two NFL teams are going to the Super Bowl: the San Francisco 49ers and the Kansas City Chiefs. And, now, two teams are going home heartbroken and confused: the Detroit Lions and the Baltimore Ravens. As a lifelong Detroit Lions fan, I’m in the latter bunch. Here are five takeaways from the NFL Conference Championship games.

1. Don’t ever count Patrick Mahomes out. This was a rocky season for the Kansas City Chiefs. Many counted them out of Super Bowl contention when they saw how much Mahomes was struggling with this year’s offensive line. But, don’t ever count Mahomes out. He figures out a way to get that win, and he does it. Now, it’s onto the Big Game.

2. Lamar Jackson isn’t finished. It really seemed like this year was the year for Lamar Jackson to win the Super Bowl. But, the MVP-worthy player couldn’t get it done. That said, if there’s one team to fight back to this point next year, it’s the Ravens. Jackson is a gem.

3. Taylor Swift is here to stay. Swift ran up to Travis Kelce on the field after the Kansas City Chiefs’ win on Sunday, and the images are splashed everywhere today. So, like it or not, Swift is here to stay. Will she be at the Super Bowl? It will be difficult with her upcoming show dates. But, I would guess she’ll do what she can to be there.

4. Don’t gamble in the playoffs. Sorry, but Dan Campbell cost the Detroit Lions their game when he didn’t go for field goals in the third and fourth quarters of the Lions vs. 49ers game. That game was a lock, but his gambling blew it. I love the Lions, but someone needs to contain “Dan the Man.”

5. Next year’s NFL Championship games could look very different. With so many teams hiring and firing coaches at the end of this season, and with lots of player turnover on the way, all four of the teams that played last weekend will look very different next year. So, don’t expect all of these teams to be back. Hence, it could be a very different NFC and AFC championship game picture next season. What do you think? Reach out to me with your thoughts here.

5 Hottest Personalities in the NFL Right Now

  • Patrick Mahomes

    Patrick Mahomes, of course, is the star quarterback of the Kansas City Chiefs. He’s considered the best quarterback of his era and possibly the next Tom Brady. But, aside from his skills, he also has a big personality. He has more than 6 million Instagram followers, and he posts a bunch of stuff up there, from football material to family photos.

  • Travis Kelce

    Travis Kelce, the celebrated tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, is pretty much the most famous guy in football this season. Yes, it’s because of his relationship with Taylor Swift. I hate to make that a reason to have him named one of the best personalities in the NFL, but heck, even without the Taylor factor, Kelce has a huge personality that people love.

  • Dan Campbell

    All eyes are on Dan Campbell this season, as the Lions all pulling off some incredible things. That’s not common for the Detroit Lions, either. But, Campbell has some of the wackiest ideas and quotes, and that makes him loveable. Remember that time he wanted a pet Lion at practices? I love this dude.

  • Bill Belichick

    Bill Belichick needs no introduction, but we’ll introduce him anyway. He’s the former head coach and general manager of the New England Patriots. He’s had some rough years as of late, but nothing can take away his glimmering record. Belichick just tells it like it is. He’s incredible with strategies, and that really stands out with his coaching.

  • Jalen Hurts

    Jalen Hurts, the star quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles, is something of a hero on the field. But, off the field, he’s known for his deep, insightful comments that show he has wisdom beyond his years. He’s a major contender and personality.

Anne Erickson started her radio career shortly after graduating from Michigan State University and has worked on-air in Detroit, Flint, Toledo, Lansing and beyond. As someone who absolutely loves rock, metal and alt music, she instantly fell in love with radio and hasn’t looked back. When she’s not working, Anne makes her own music with her band, Upon Wings, and she also loves cheering on her favorite Detroit and Michigan sports teams, especially Lions and MSU football. Anne is also an award-winning journalist, and her byline has run in a variety of national publications. You can also hear her weekends on WRIF.

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