In one season, Barkley has transformed from a two-time Pro Bowl running back who wanted to be a “ Giant for life,” to a superstar who is as much a face of the Eagles’ franchise as Jalen Hurts or any other player on the roster.

LAS VEGAS — Bettors are split in the early wagering on the Super Bowl. Those who believe in the Eagles are mostly taking them on the money line at a more favorable price than the point spread. Chiefs backers are mostly taking what is generally a 1 1/2-point line, believing Kansas City will not only win but cover.

Tickets to watch the Philadelphia Eagles battle the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl 59 are inching toward affordable levels in the two weeks leading up to the big game.

The stage is set for Super Bowl LIX as the Eagles prepare to compete against the Kansas City Chiefs in a rematch of the Super Bowl in 2023. But there’s one glaring difference this time around: Saquon Barkley.

If he doesn’t score, though, it’ll likely be because the Eagles got too close to the end zone, in which case Jalen Hurts will get his tush pushed (or the Eagles will score on a palpably unfair act? ). So, Hurts’ -105 odds are a good early bet too.

Brandon Graham may return to the #Eagles’ starting lineup when Philadelphia faces off against the Kansas City #Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX.

The Chiefs opened as 1.5-point favorites against the Eagles for the Super Bowl, setting fans up for a rematch of Super Bowl 57.

Many played big roles in the last Super Bowl meeting. Hurts rushed for three TDs and threw a 45-yard scoring strike to Brown, while Mahomes threw three TD passes, including one to Kelce, Nick Bolton returned a fumble for a touchdown and Harrison Butker kicked the game-winning field goal with 8 seconds left.

Super Bowl LIX is set. Will the two-time defending champion Chiefs make it three in a row for the first time in NFL history? Check out the latest odds, with expert insight.

Chiefs bettors should feel confident based on the latest Super Bowl 59 odds. QB Patrick Mahomes is 8-0 in the postseason as an underdog or favorite of less than three points, and Kansas City is -1.5 at each of Ohio’s best sportsbooks.