BALTIMORE — Tensions are rising and the stakes are high ahead of Sunday’s AFC Championship game. Even state governors are putting their money where their mouths are.
On Friday, Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced a bet with Kansas Governor Laura Kelly on the outcome of the Baltimore Ravens vs. Kansas City Chiefs Conference Championship game.
Governor Moore is wagering crab pies from Crust By Mack Bake House, a Baltimore-based Black-owned business. Governor Kelly is wagering steaks from Creekstone Farms, an Arkansas City-based premium beef and pork producer.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Governor Kelly’s Chiefs to Baltimore for the AFC Championship this weekend,” said Gov. Moore. “Governor Kelly has an incredible record when it comes to these bets—but I think our Ravens, led by this year’s undoubted MVP Lamar Jackson, are going to break the streak this year! And, if they do, we’ll be enjoying some Creekstone Farms steaks from Kansas, courtesy of the governor!”
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The Kansas City Chiefs were the 2023 Super Bowl Champions. So it’s not surprising that their governor has so much faith in them.
“I appreciate Governor Moore’s hospitality but hope he doesn’t regret offering a welcoming hand after the Chiefs beat the Baltimore Ravens this weekend,” said Gov. Laura Kelly. “With six straight AFC Championship appearances, it’s clear Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes, and Travis Kelce are winners, and I’m confident I’ll be enjoying some Crust by Mack’s crab pies very soon.”
The winner of Sunday’s game will head to Super Bowl LVIII to play the winner of the NFC Championship game at Allegiant Stadium in Paradise, Nevada on Feb. 11. Gov. Moore and Gov. Kelly each selected local businesses to support in the bet on the outcome of Sunday’s game.