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thegame214 · 11-26-2017, 09:02 AM

https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/c...s-this-season/

Per Jason La Canfora

Despite their recent struggles on offense, the Chiefs are not inclined to make any switch at quarterback, team sources said, though the staff does remain very bullish on first-round pick Patrick Mahomes and his ability to take over as soon as next season. Mahomes continues to impress teammates and coaches with his efforts in practice and how he conducts himself in meetings and around the facility, and there is a strong sense that he could be a franchise quarterback sooner rather than later.

Even with their recent falloff in the passing game and running game, and with Mahomes' athleticism and huge arm, there is no movement to move on from veteran Alex Smith now and the only way he would lose his job would be to injury, sources said. Smith has tailed off from what was an MVP-like first half, with the Chiefs storming to a 5-0 record and being talked about as perhaps the best team in football.

They've gone into a 1-4 swoon since then and face a critical AFC game with the Bills this weekend, with the Chargers suddenly surging in the AFC West and the Raiders still capable of making a run, too. Smith has failed to maintain the big plays downfield that helped the team get off to such a torrid start -- the dink-and-dunk nature of the offense under him was part of the allure of Mahomes in the draft, as his gunslinger approach is the opposite of that -- and rookie running back Kareem Hunt has been bottled up as well.

Smith is coming off his worst game of the season in a loss to the lowly Giants coming out of the bye. He threw multiple interceptions, which is out of character for him. Coach Andy Reid was somewhat critical of his play after that, but Smith continues to get the bulk of starting reps and is entrusted with getting this team to the postseason.

However, numerous other GMs anticipate the Chiefs shopping Smith, who has one year left on his contract, in the offseason. He is signed to a team-friendly deal that is easy to deal, he would have significant value to any contending team that may want to upgrade at quarterback (Jacksonville; Arizona or Denver if they opt not to rebuild) and he is a proven, steady hand who teammates love and who protects the football (almost to a fault). The Chiefs seem poised to turn the offense over to Mahomes and it would be anything but a surprise should Smith leave Kansas City via trade after arriving there from a swap with the 49ers upon Reid's hiring.

Reerun_KC · 11-26-2017, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Rausch

He's only helped his trade value this year.

Alex only putting up a 180 yard game is no shocker.

The idea he could put up 300 vs the Pats and beat them in their house is.

Agreed...

Yes he’s helped at the beginning of the year. But going full Cassel now isn’t what this team needs from the leagues MVP.

He needs to get back to MVP alex we’ve all grown accustomed to over the first 5 weeks.

**ptlyon** · 11-26-2017, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by notorious

What do you expect them to say?

"Alex Smith sucks"

Simply Red · 11-26-2017, 09:36 AM

kcxiv · 11-26-2017, 09:37 AM

If he continues to suck they will. this shit is all just coachspeak right now. Thats how it should be, they arent going to open up and say, well if alex isnt playing well we might make the switch. lol

Hog's Gone Fishin · 11-26-2017, 09:38 AM

So, according to this article we need to either take up a banner collection or just hope for a broken fibula.

FlaChief58 · 11-26-2017, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by KC Tattoo

Why do the Chiefs hate it's fans?

Your choice to be a fan.

Season tickets go on sale soon

**BossChief** · 11-26-2017, 09:48 AM

Let’s hope Alexfinds his balls for the final stretch and 3 teams get in a bidding war for his services in the offseason. Gettting a first for him would be amazing. We gave up 2 late firsts for Mahomes so getting a mid first back for Alex would feel like getting Mahomes for free.

Anyone thinking Andy is gonna pull Alex this year hasn’t been paying attention.

**RealSNR** · 11-26-2017, 09:51 AM

The Chiefs don't like having nice things

**ptlyon** · 11-26-2017, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by BossChief

Let’s hope Alexfinds his balls for the final stretch and 3 teams get in a bidding war for his services in the offseason. Gettting a first for him would be amazing. We gave up 2 late firsts for Mahomes so getting a mid first back for Alex would feel like getting Mahomes for free.

Anyone thinking Andy is gonna pull Alex this year hasn’t been paying attention.

This is what happens when people stay up all night drinking

Best22 · 11-26-2017, 09:58 AM

Meaningless

Theres no reason to cause open controversy. Teams do this all the time.

Remember when fans were convinced we weren't drafting a first round quarterback this year because Dorsey said "none of them are ready."

NFL teams are secretive and deceptive, as they should be

chiefzilla1501 · 11-26-2017, 09:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BossChief

Let’s hope Alexfinds his balls for the final stretch and 3 teams get in a bidding war for his services in the offseason. Gettting a first for him would be amazing. We gave up 2 late firsts for Mahomes so getting a mid first back for Alex would feel like getting Mahomes for free.

Anyone thinking Andy is gonna pull Alex this year hasn’t been paying attention.

Nobody is giving up a first. A third is optimistic. Any team trading for him is looking for a 2 year fix tops.

**penguinz** · 11-26-2017, 10:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BossChief

Let’s hope Alexfinds his balls for the final stretch and 3 teams get in a bidding war for his services in the offseason. Gettting a first for him would be amazing. We gave up 2 late firsts for Mahomes so getting a mid first back for Alex would feel like getting Mahomes for free.

Anyone thinking Andy is gonna pull Alex this year hasn’t been paying attention.

We only gave up 1 first round pick. The other pick was a 3rd round.

Danguardace · 11-26-2017, 10:12 AM

Just need Alex to pick up a foot Sprain; something to keep him out a couple of weeks.

**HemiEd** · 11-26-2017, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by pugsnotdrugs19

If Smith continues to be an absolute cuck, he will be benched... a coach can't afford to just keep rolling out a QB who plays shitty. He will lose the locker room.

I think he already has, but we will see more evidence today, one way or another.

Reerun_KC · 11-26-2017, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by HemiEd

I think he already has, but we will see more evidence today, one way or another.

Will be interesting.

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thegame214 Veteran thegame214's Avatar Join Date: Jun 2017	Chiefs not considering benching Alex Smith for Patrick Mahomes this season https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/c...s-this-season/ Per Jason La Canfora Despite their recent struggles on offense, the Chiefs are not inclined to make any switch at quarterback, team sources said, though the staff does remain very bullish on first-round pick Patrick Mahomes and his ability to take over as soon as next season. Mahomes continues to impress teammates and coaches with his efforts in practice and how he conducts himself in meetings and around the facility, and there is a strong sense that he could be a franchise quarterback sooner rather than later. Even with their recent falloff in the passing game and running game, and with Mahomes' athleticism and huge arm, there is no movement to move on from veteran Alex Smith now and the only way he would lose his job would be to injury, sources said. Smith has tailed off from what was an MVP-like first half, with the Chiefs storming to a 5-0 record and being talked about as perhaps the best team in football. They've gone into a 1-4 swoon since then and face a critical AFC game with the Bills this weekend, with the Chargers suddenly surging in the AFC West and the Raiders still capable of making a run, too. Smith has failed to maintain the big plays downfield that helped the team get off to such a torrid start -- the dink-and-dunk nature of the offense under him was part of the allure of Mahomes in the draft, as his gunslinger approach is the opposite of that -- and rookie running back Kareem Hunt has been bottled up as well. Smith is coming off his worst game of the season in a loss to the lowly Giants coming out of the bye. He threw multiple interceptions, which is out of character for him. Coach Andy Reid was somewhat critical of his play after that, but Smith continues to get the bulk of starting reps and is entrusted with getting this team to the postseason. However, numerous other GMs anticipate the Chiefs shopping Smith, who has one year left on his contract, in the offseason. He is signed to a team-friendly deal that is easy to deal, he would have significant value to any contending team that may want to upgrade at quarterback (Jacksonville; Arizona or Denver if they opt not to rebuild) and he is a proven, steady hand who teammates love and who protects the football (almost to a fault). The Chiefs seem poised to turn the offense over to Mahomes and it would be anything but a surprise should Smith leave Kansas City via trade after arriving there from a swap with the 49ers upon Reid's hiring. Last edited by thegame214; 11-26-2017 at 09:19 AM..
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