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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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?”
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?











