The Kansas City Chiefs have kicked off their season as expected for the reigning back-to-back champions, securing two nail-biting victories against tough AFC contenders. In the season opener, the Chiefs triumphed over the Baltimore Ravens27-20. Their second game was a dramatic 26-25 victory against Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals, sealed by a last-second field goal. That game-winning kick followed a controversial, yet ultimately clear, pass interference call on Rashee Rice, setting up the Chiefs for the win.
Mahomes' Game-Changing Signal
Patrick Mahomes may be coming off his least productive season statistically, but it was still enough to clinch his third Super Bowl title in six years. Recently, a video surfaced on the NFL's social media highlighting Mahomes' signature hand "tik" - a subtle signal he gives when he's completely locked in. According to Mahomes, the signal works like "when a basketball team goes on a run, and you want to put pressure on them, and things start going your way."
The Chiefs, from Chris Jones to Andy Reid and Travis Kelce, all get energized when they see Mahomes giving that sign. It signifies to his teammates that it's time to step up, as Mahomes is about to take over the game. With Isaiah Pacheco sidelined for six to eight weeks due to a fractured right fibula, we're likely to see even more of Mahomes' signals as the Chiefs lean heavier on their passing game. To bolster their offense, the Chiefs signed former running back Kareem Hunt to the practice squad. Hunt, who has history with the team, could make his season debut this Sunday night in a much-anticipated game against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Tough Schedule Ahead for the Chiefs
After defeating two of the AFC's top contenders, the Chiefs' challenging schedule continues. In Week 4, they'll face their first divisional matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium, followed by a home game against the undefeated New Orleans Saints. The Chiefs will then head into their bye week, offering a chance to recover before they take on the San Francisco 49ers in a Super Bowl rematch. The game could mark the return of Christian McCaffrey for the 49ers, adding even more excitement to an already intense matchup.
