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False start, true sprint.

After consecutive passing plays hit a wall, facing a long third down, Reed unexpectedly chose a running play, trying to bring some novelty—

Honestly, Reed's strategy was to capitalize on the New England Patriots' focus on defending against the long pass, leaving a gap in the short pass area, hoping that Li Wei could gain yardage on the ground. Even if they couldn't achieve a first down, they could secure a better position for a field goal attempt, ensuring at least three points for the Chiefs.

As expected!

Before even getting the ball, Li Wei noticed that the defenders in the short pass area had clearly spread out, with the linebackers, cornerbacks, and safeties all shifting their weight back in their first reaction.

A gap.