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Mahomes' Coach Exit Sparks Chiefs' Uncertainty
6 Feb
Summary
- Chiefs missed playoffs for first time since 2014 after six-game losing streak.
- Patrick Mahomes' torn ACL raises concerns for his 2026 season readiness.
- Dan Williams, assistant QB coach, may leave for Arizona Cardinals' QB coach role.
The Kansas City Chiefs find themselves in an unfamiliar and challenging offseason, marking their first absence from the playoffs since 2014. The team concluded the 2025 season with six consecutive losses, a stark contrast to their decade of dominance. This downturn accelerated late in the season, exacerbated by mounting injuries and declining execution.
Compounding these issues, quarterback Patrick Mahomes suffered a torn ACL midway through the month, ending his season prematurely and raising significant doubts about his availability for the start of the 2026 campaign. This injury is the most severe of his career, reshaping the team's outlook.
Adding to the uncertainty, several coaching staff members have departed, including offensive coordinator Matt Nagy. In response, the Chiefs reinstated Eric Bieniemy as offensive coordinator. However, concerns persist with the Arizona Cardinals requesting permission to interview assistant quarterbacks coach Dan Williams for their vacant quarterbacks coach position.
