Dominate the Super Bowl

Chapter 1040: 1039 Sudden Storm



Oh!

The entire Arrowhead Stadium erupted in exclamations, hearts momentarily stopped beating, and with a tingling scalp, they held their heads in disbelief at the scene unfolding before them—

Fumble!

Incredible, a fumble!

Since the second half, the Baltimore Ravens' aggressive comeback posture has not ended, because Harbaugh knows they have no retreat, the first half's gap is indeed too large, they have no time to scheme slowly.

It must start with the Special Duty Group.

Similarly, the Kansas City Chiefs also sensed the strong impact from their opponent. Reed fielded the rookie wide receiver Hardman to serve as the return man, engaging in confrontation during the Special Duty Group phase, trying to gain more initiative for themselves.

This time, the Baltimore Ravens came out on top, with an absolutely marvelous kick-off tactic. The kicker deliberately kicked the football high and deep, controlling the drop point extremely precisely, around ten yards from the end zone frontier.

The position is slightly awkward.

If Hardman doesn't catch the ball, the football might roll into the end zone to automatically win a twenty-five-yard line kickoff position, but it might also land near the end zone frontier.

If Hardman catches the ball, the return position is too deep, and the football's hang time is long, giving the Baltimore Ravens Special Team enough time to approach.

It's an excellent kick-off, posing a challenge to the Kansas Chiefs Special Duty Group, no matter how the return man chooses, they will face a severe test.

Hardman chose to catch the ball and started the return, but was caught by the Baltimore Ravens' double-team, taken down to the ground, the football broke free from Hardman's grip—

Fumble!

Crisis!

The entire stadium, dumbfounded.

At this moment, if the Baltimore Ravens took control of the ball, then Mahomes and Li Wei would have to obediently stay on the sidelines, witnessing Jackson's return, and after the turnover of possession, Baltimore Ravens would have the opportunity to continue closing the score gap.

This, is football, a single opportunity can completely overturn the situation.

Moreover, Harbaugh is indeed demonstrating the style of Belichick, starting from the Special Duty Group, relying on details to overturn passivity, exerting pressure comprehensively.

The entire Arrowhead Stadium briefly plunged into shock and held their breath.

At a critical moment, Hardman burst out with incredible energy, and in situ, started a counter-snatch, controlling the football first before the opponent could touch it—

Whew!

The whole stadium, gasped, let out a long breath, the heart back in the chest.

Despite Hardman's fumble, his second reaction was timely enough, completing self-redemption, and promptly controlling the ball, pulling back from the brink.

The ball possession still belongs to the Kansas City Chiefs.

Harbaugh was shaking his head in frustration, so close, just a little more, and it would have been a success.

However, Harbaugh quickly reacted, continuously clapping to applaud the Special Duty Group, calling out to affirm their performance, this is the spirit and character that the Baltimore Ravens need.

"The pressure is reaching new heights."

"Although the Baltimore Ravens were not able to complete the turnover this time, Harbaugh's team once again managed to give the Kansas City Chiefs a scare."

"The second half, even more severe and tense than the start of the first half, with the Baltimore Ravens applying all-around pressure, wave after wave of attacks, relentless, continuous pressure is disrupting the balance of the game."

"Indeed, the Baltimore Ravens have proven their competitiveness with actual actions, even when trailing in the game, they still have the ability to reverse the game's situation, you know what this reminds me of?"

"The 2017 season of the Kansas City Chiefs."

"The team has strength and tenacity, maybe overall not mature enough, but the outburst in adversity is enough to make any team fear."

"The situation is very tricky, very, very tricky."

"Hardman secured the possession, the Kansas Chiefs Offense got a chance; but the seven-yard starting position on the end zone frontier is particularly tricky."

"The Baltimore Ravens' jaw-dropping kickoff has created the greatest advantage for their Defensive group, even without getting possession they have already gained the upper hand."

"Now let's see how the Kansas Chiefs respond."

Hardman was slightly flustered—

Although he controlled the possession in the last moments, avoiding a complete disaster; Hardman would not forget, this disaster's start was himself.

Originally, he dreamt of, like Li Wei's 2017 season opener against the New England Patriots, wowing the league with a stunning kick-off return touchdown, bursting onto the scene, basking in the applause of the whole stadium.

And the result?

Almost losing possession, even if not, it still plunged the team into a predicament.

Hardman couldn't become happy, just immersed in frustration.

Facing him, someone patted his shoulder, and Hardman suddenly looked up.

In his view was Li Wei's face, with a slight smile.

"Kid, you didn't think the Baltimore Ravens were that easy to knock down, did you?"

Haha.

The corners of his mouth lightly turned upwards, without saying more, Li Wei lifted his head and chest, and with light steps, summoned the Offensive group to the field.

Hardman stood there, lost in thought:

When can he, too, be as calm and composed as Li Wei, maintaining his calm in the face of any predicament, any storm, as if he always has the answer?

"Hardman!"

Kelsey called out, and only then did Hardman finally react, hastily stepping into the field in small steps, returning to the wide receiver role.

He knew the principle; but his mind was in chaos, unable to quiet down for a moment.

Unexpectedly, Li Wei patted his shoulder, "Focus."

Hardman immediately stood at attention, looking at Li Wei respectfully.

Li Wei, "Come, let's show those Ravens kids a magic trick."

Hardman looked into Li Wei's eyes, and couldn't help but also straighten his back.

The two sides lined up once again.

It's immediately obvious that the Baltimore Ravens Defense's momentum is high, pressing the Kansas City Chiefs down a notch since the second half began, even though the score is just close to one touchdown away, but the entire game situation is indeed leaning towards the Baltimore Ravens.

Now, the Defensive group is already prepared—

No matter if the opponents are Li Wei or Mahomes, all gods will be defeated, the obstacles in front of them will be obliterated in one swift move.

The imposing manner completely subdued the Kansas City Chiefs.

Since today's game began, the Kansas Chiefs Offense has always performed well, even if the starting position is unfavorable, they always find a solution, even seizing invisible gaps to turn the tables.

So this time, what do the Kansas Chiefs intend to do? Pass or run?

The Baltimore Ravens don't care.

Harbaugh refused to continue being led by the nose, he decided to take over as the main driver, letting the Defensive group take the initiative—

Pressure. Pass rush. Blitz.

In the first wave of defense in the second half, the Baltimore Ravens relied on high-intensity frontline pressure to cause havoc and finally disrupt Kansas Chiefs' plans.

Now, Harbaugh is ready to continue.

The storm is still intensifying.

Before lining up, the Defensive line and linemen have already quietly moved forward, the cornerbacks and safeties have all come up, the entire defensive line tightened.

How about it, scared?

So next, what do the Baltimore Ravens intend to do with four-man or six-man pass rush? Middle route, blindside or others? And how about the pressure tactics?

Mahomes, don't worry, they'll be gentle this time.


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