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Chiefs in Trouble: Who’s Quietly Dragging Patrick Mahomes Down?

The Kansas City Chiefs are still considered one of the NFL’s deadliest teams with Patrick Mahomes leading the charge. But behind the victories lies an uncomfortable truth: several players are quietly becoming liabilities, dragging down the offense, and threatening the team’s championship dreams.

Isiah Pacheco – From “Iron Warrior” to Big Question Mark

Once known for his fearless, punishing runs, Pacheco now looks like a shadow of his former self.

  • Injuries and inconsistency have robbed him of his trademark explosiveness.

  • Fans are starting to wonder: “Is Pacheco still capable of carrying this offense on his shoulders?”

  • Jawaan Taylor – The Penalty Machine

    The Chiefs’ offense keeps stalling thanks to Jawaan Taylor’s costly mistakes.

    • False starts, penalties, drive-killing errors have become his calling card.

  • These errors don’t just disrupt rhythm – they waste Mahomes’ drives.

  • While Taylor occasionally looks solid, patience is running thin with a “ticking time bomb” on the offensive line.

  • A Leaky Interior – All Pressure on Mahomes

    Analysts are pointing fingers at the interior offensive line: Creed Humphrey, Trey Smith, and Kingsley Suamataia.

    • They struggle against quick, explosive pass rushers.

  • Suamataia, in particular, is being slammed for lacking flexibility, turning the Chiefs’ strength into a glaring weakness.

  • Result: Mahomes is forced to scramble for his life instead of delivering precise passes.

  • Harrison Butker – From Reliable Weapon to Growing Concern

    Butker was once one of the NFL’s most trusted kickers, but now he’s a source of anxiety every time he steps onto the field.

    • 4 missed kicks in his last 3 games.

  • His confidence looks shaky, raising fears about the ripple effect on the team’s morale.
    The big question: “Does Butker still have the clutch factor?”

  • Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs beat the Giants 22-9 for their first win  this season | AP News

    Chiefs – Still Contenders, But For How Long?

    Patrick Mahomes can’t carry the team alone. If these weak links don’t tighten up fast, the Chiefs could pay a heavy price down the stretch.

    The drama is brewing inside Kansas City: Is this just a temporary stumble, or the sign of a long, painful season ahead?

    Panthers Legend Furious, Calls for Team to Reclaim His Rights Because NFL is So Unfair!
    Can you believe it? Cam Newton, the immortal icon of the Carolina Panthers, is absolutely raging! Overnight, the bombshell from Philip Rivers has pushed the 2015 MVP legend to speak out, accusing the NFL of playing "double standards" and urging his old team, the Panthers, to stand up and demand justice for him! Imagine this: Philip Rivers, the 44 year old veteran who's been retired for a full 5 years, suddenly signs a contract to return with the Indianapolis Colts after Daniel Jones' horrific injury (torn Achilles). This isn't Hollywood fiction, it's a shocking NFL reality! Rivers, once a "family member" of the Colts, is welcomed back like a hero, while Cam Newton, the guy who led the Panthers to Super Bowl 50 and still has a burning passion, is tossed aside like yesterday's trash. In the latest episode of his podcast 4th and 1 (released on 12/10/2025), Newton couldn't hold back anymore. He roared: "Did Philip Rivers send any signals that he's ready? I haven't and won't retire! For an opportunity like this! I don't care if he's 'family' to them. He's 44, bro! Why do you hold Cam Newton to sky high standards that you don't apply to everyone else?" Newton's words are like a punch straight to the NFL's face! He feels this is a "slap in the face" to his illustrious career, from being the No. 1 pick in the 2011 NFL Draft, to 2015 MVP, to being "discarded" after the 2021 season. Newton has never officially retired, and now he's calling on the Panthers, the team that was once his home, to take action! "Demand my rights back! The NFL is unfair, and Panthers fans deserve a legend's return!", That's the implicit message Newton is sending, shattering the hearts of millions of fans. Cam Says CALL HIM After Rivers Returns, Shedeur DISRESPECT Continues & Richard Sherman WRONGNew episode of 4th&1 out now!📺: https://t.co/hdru5DuZV7 pic.twitter.com/or8TykRhYd — 4th&1 with Cam Newton (@4thand1show) December 10, 2025 Remember? Newton returned to the Panthers in 2021 as a PR stunt, but the terrible head coach Matt Rhule ruined it all. Rhule blamed Newton, firing offensive coordinator Joe Brady right after Brady spent the entire bye week working with him. The result? Newton failed, and the NFL turned its back. Now, with Rivers being "resurrected" at 44, Newton sees the bias clearly: "Connections" and "family ties" are the key, not talent! Panthers fans are boiling over! They've idolized Newton from day one, and now this story is like a tragedy: Their hero forgotten, while "old man" Rivers gets a golden chance. Newton still has the passion, still wants to play, so why not give him a shot? Is this the moment the Panthers rise up and push the NFL to reconsider? Or will we see Newton explode even more on media?