Summary
The Kansas City Chiefs did not make the playoffs this season, finishing with a 6-11 record. Star quarterback Patrick Mahomes suffered a serious knee injury, ending his season early, and was named the team's MVP despite not playing in the final games. Fans had mixed reactions to the MVP announcement, and Mahomes is currently recovering with hopes to play in the next season.
Key Facts
- The Kansas City Chiefs finished the season with a 6-11 record and missed the playoffs.
- Patrick Mahomes injured his ACL and LCL in Week 15 against the Los Angeles Chargers.
- Mahomes has always reached at least the AFC Championship Game since he became the starting quarterback in 2018, until this season.
- The Chiefs named Mahomes the Derrick Thomas Team MVP for the year.
- This is Mahomes' first season without participating in postseason games since he became a starter.
- Mahomes completed 62.7% of his passes for 3,587 yards, 22 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions this season.
- Mahomes is working on his recovery and is hopeful to return by the start of next season.
