Substance will beat flash.
That’s not to say the 49ers can’t be flashy or the Chiefs aren’t substantively a legitimate threat to win Super Bowl LIV in Miami.
Error 0:
Oddsmakers are pretty good at what they do, rating the Chiefs a point to a point-and-a-half favorite. In other words, a tossup.
It could go either way Sunday, but when in doubt, side with the better all-around team. The 49ers are more diverse on both sides of the ball, giving them more ways to win.
The 49ers can win running or passing, or with a near-perfect blend of balance.