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Chiefs Down to Emergency Third-String Quarterback After Gardner Minshew Injury

Chiefs Down to Emergency Third-String Quarterback After Gardner Minshew Injury

Summary

The Kansas City Chiefs are facing challenges as they used their third-string quarterback, Chris Oladokun, after injuries to both starting quarterback Patrick Mahomes and backup Gardner Minshew. Mahomes' injury led to the Chiefs being out of playoff contention, and now Minshew's knee injury makes his return uncertain. The Chiefs lead a game against the Tennessee Titans with a score of 3-2, but Minshew's status remains in doubt.

Key Facts

  • The Kansas City Chiefs' main quarterback, Patrick Mahomes, suffered a torn ACL.
  • Backup quarterback Gardner Minshew got injured and is questionable to return.
  • Chris Oladokun, previously a practice squad player, is now the Chiefs' third-string quarterback.
  • Mahomes' injury meant the Chiefs were eliminated from the playoff race.
  • Minshew completed three passes for 15 yards before his injury.
  • The Chiefs currently lead the Tennessee Titans 3-2 in their game.

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