Kansas City Chiefs had former NFL QB Michael Vick as special visitor for final practice ahead of Super Bowl LVIII

According to NBC Sports' Peter King, the Chiefs pool reporter for the week, Mahomes was especially sharp during practice and drew audible praise from Vick on a particular play.

After one sidearm completion, Mahomes got big congratulations from practice visitor Mike Vick, who played for Kansas City coach Andy Reid with the Eagles for four seasons.

I'm told that Vick addressed the whole team, providing some inspiration and insight ahead of the big game. 

This isn't exactly uncommon for the Chiefs

Andy Reid often brings in some guests from his past ahead of the Super Bowl to address the team. Ahead of Super Bowl LIV against the 49ers, the Chiefs had ex-Dallas Cowboys coach Jimmy Johnson, a two-time Super Bowl winner, and ex-Eagles QB Donovan McNabb at practice. Both spoke to the team about their Super Bowl experiences, both good and bad. 

Why Mike Vick this time, given his lack of Super Bowl experience and 2-4 record in the playoffs during his career? Well, it's not always about the accomplishments of the player or coach, sometimes it's about how they can inspire that particular group of players. 

Travis Kelce, for instance, idolized Vick when he was growing up. 

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Ahead of Super Bowl LVII against the Eagles last year, the Chiefs had former strength and conditioning coach Barry Rubin, who retired following the 2022-23 NFL season, break the huddle and address the team. 

Given the strict COVID-19 guidelines for Super Bowl LV against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the job of motivator was left to Eric Fisher. The former No. 1 overall pick suffered a torn Achilles in the AFC title game. He watched practice from the sideline, cheered his teammates on, and broke the huddle following practice.