The festivities for Super Bowl LVII In Phoenix begin this Week!

The festivities for Super Bowl LVII In Phoenix begin this Week! Here's the main talking points going into this Sunday's game.

Super Bowl LVII between the Chiefs and Eagles will historic in a number of ways, highlighted by the quarterback matchup between Patrick Mahomes and Jalen Hurts. This will be the first ever Super Bowl matchup between Black starting QBs.

In addition, Travis Kelce and Jason Kelce both reaching the game marks the first time brothers have opposed each other in the Super Bowl.

Both teams are recent Super Bowl champions with Kansas City having won in 2019 and Philly doing so in 2017. It is the first time in 40 seasons that both Super Bowl participants had won a Super Bowl within the last 5 seasons (Super Bowl XVIII between Washington & Raiders).

Things come full circle for the Chiefs, who return to State Farm Stadium where they kicked off their 2022 campaign. Things went well with a 44-21 win over the Cardinals.

The Chiefs are the 3rd team to play their season opener and the Super Bowl at the same stadium, along with the 1981 49ers (Pontaic Silverdome, Detroit) and 2021 Rams (SoFi Stadium, LA). Both teams ended up winning the Super Bowl.

The Eagles, they are trying to win their 2nd Super Bowl in 6 seasons, but with an entirely new head coach-QB combination (Sirianni-Hurts after PedersonFoles in 2017).

They would be the 2nd franchise to win the Super Bowl twice in a span of 6 seasons or fewer with a different starting QB and head coach, joining the 1976-80 Raiders (Madden-Stabler, Flores-Plunkett).

Patrick Mahomes and Jalen Hurts will be a combined 51 years, 337 days on Super Bowl Sunday, surpassing Joe Montana and Dan Marino in Super Bowl XIX as the youngest Super Bowl QB matchup all-time.

Mahomes is the presumptive league MVP for the 2022 season and has a chance now to become the first player in NFL history to win multiple league MVPs and championships within his first 6 seasons.

As for Jalen Hurts, he’s 16-1 as a starter including playoffs this season. The only QB to go 17-1 including playoffs in a season and win the Super Bowl is Hall of Famer Joe Montana in 1984.

I will have  lots of other fun facts and breakdowns all week.  Lots more coming up today on the Shemon and Sheppard Show 2-6pm.  Craig's Indiana Hoosiers beat #1 Purdue on Saturday.  He will no doubt be insufferable today.

Super Bowl Sunday is one of the biggest sporting events of the year and a great excuse for a party. So, if you're hosting a Super Bowl gathering, you need Super Bowl Super Snacks.  Later, we will compile a comprehensive list of foods for your party.  But first, let's warm up with some of the basics to consider:

Wings: Wings are a staple at any Super Bowl party. You can opt for classic Buffalo wings, or get creative with different flavors like BBQ, honey mustard, or teriyaki.
Pizza: Pizza is another crowd-pleaser that's perfect for a Super Bowl party. And, you can order in from a local pizzeria or make your own using store-bought or homemade dough and your favorite toppings.
Chips and dips: Chips and dips are an easy and always-popular snack. Offer a variety of dips, such as guacamole, salsa, and queso, along with an assortment of chips for dipping.
Sliders: Sliders are bite-sized burgers that are perfect for snacking and easy to make in bulk. Try classic cheeseburgers or switch things up with pulled pork or grilled chicken sliders.
Deviled eggs: Deviled eggs are a classic party food that are easy to make and always a hit. Plus, you can add your own twist by using different seasonings or mixing in ingredients like bacon or smoked salmon.
Veggie platter: Don't forget about your vegetarian friends! A veggie platter with carrots, celery, cherry tomatoes, and your favorite dips is a healthy and tasty option for everyone.
Brownies and cookies: For dessert, whip up a batch of brownies or cookies. These sweet treats are a great way to end the meal and offer a sugar boost for the big game.

These are just a few of the many delicious options for your Super Bowl party. No matter what you serve, the most important thing is to have fun and enjoy the game with your friends and family.

So, keep reading for a complete list of Super Bowl Super Snacks :

-Craig Shemon

ESPN Southwest Florida

One of my favorites. Traditional Wings require some work. Boneless Wings allow you to down a higher volume in less time.

Mini Burgers make you feel like you're eating fewer calories...because they are small.

The meatier and cheesier the better. The key here is to have a quality chip strong enough to handle the weight.

Can't go wrong popping a half dozen of these babies for a warm up.

Pizza is King in any situation.

Good side staple but don't fill up too much with these.

Taco Tuesday or Super Sunday... Tacos are the best.

This is my go-to with a beer at stadiums. Why not enjoy at home in front of the TV?

I'm liking spicy foods more as I age. Strange huh?

More of a holiday side food.

I'm not a big onion ring guy but I see why so many like them.

Love a good dip!

Speaking of dips...this one's just a bit hotter.

I could eat a good quesadilla any day of the year.

A perfect topping to any chip!

Also, a perfect topping to any chip. Mild, Medium, or Hot?

Stack the cold cuts and cheeses!

Some dips are great on tortilla chips. But French Onion Dip MUST go with a Ruffles potato chip.

Hummas is great. Also, it forces you to eat veggies instead of other "junk."

The key here is bacon bits!

Just a fancier, fatter French fry.

I. LOVE. THESE!!!

Can't get too much cheese on Super Bowl Sunday.

I like my chili meatier. Some like it soupy.

This could be the main event on its own. Multiple flavors are acceptable.

I'd prefer a shrimp cocktail with sauce.

It's just small toast.

It makes the list just to add variety.

Hearty and solid. Good solo or in a sub sandwich.

Fancy. If you are gong to eat sushi at a party, get to it early. You don't want to eat sushi that's been out all day.