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