Reid: Mahomes Unlikely for Preseason Opener The Kansas City Chiefs' decision to sit Patrick Mahomes in the preseason opener against the Los Angeles Rams has sparked debate among football enthusiasts and pundits.
On the surface, it's a straightforward choice: allow backup quarterbacks to gain experience or risk an injury to your star player. However, scratch beneath the surface and you'll find a more complex narrative at play.
The Chiefs' coaching staff, led by Andy Reid, is acutely aware of the risks associated with playing Mahomes in the preseason.