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Patrick Mahomes and Chiefs Get Dire Warning for 2026

Patrick Mahomes and Chiefs Get Dire Warning for 2026

Summary

The Kansas City Chiefs ended their 2025-26 season with a 6-11 record, missing the playoffs for the first time during Patrick Mahomes' career with the team. Despite Mahomes recovering from a serious knee injury and planning to play in the 2026-27 season, NFL analysts rank the Chiefs lower than usual, indicating potential challenges ahead.

Key Facts

  • The Kansas City Chiefs had a 6-11 record in the 2025-26 season.
  • This was the first time the team missed the playoffs with Patrick Mahomes as the quarterback.
  • Mahomes suffered a torn ACL and LCL in December 2025 and is recovering from surgery.
  • He expects to be back for the season opener in September 2026.
  • NFL analysts placed the Chiefs at No. 20 in their rankings for the upcoming season.
  • The Chiefs have not missed the playoffs since the 2014 season before Mahomes joined the team.
  • The team may need to add top players to improve their offense for the new season.
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