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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.

RINGLEADER · 11-26-2017, 03:05 PM

Chiefs are idiots for not considering benching Alex Smith for Patrick Mahomes this season

FYP

BleedingRed · 11-26-2017, 03:08 PM

Uh, Andy has video of the games right

thegame214 · 11-26-2017, 03:09 PM

We have lost 5 of 6 games and 1 TD in 28 drives with 3 InTS

RunKC · 11-26-2017, 03:09 PM

Hoopsdoc · 11-26-2017, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Black Bob

He had a bad game last week. However, he's still an MVP Candidate and the best player on KC's roster this season. I won't be surprised if we see the same headline at this time next year. It is what it is... He will probably throw for 400 yards and four TDs today.

Too notch trolling here.

thegame214 · 11-26-2017, 03:10 PM

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Originally Posted by RunKC

Please god

thegame214 · 11-26-2017, 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Hoopsdoc

Too notch trolling here.

Nah he was serious lol

Sad I know but don't worry he switched to team Mahomes today

**007** · 11-26-2017, 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by RunKC

If only. ****ing Andy won't do it.

RunKC · 11-26-2017, 03:14 PM

Is Pat really far away from even being able to be on the field? Kelce says Pat looks good in practice but Schwartz says he clearly isn't ready.

jaa1025 · 11-26-2017, 03:15 PM

This would be the only thing leaked out about the QB situation now. If they were going to do it then they would wait as long as possible to tell anyone before a game.

If they wait too long then Alex is going to further kill any trade value he has.

thegame214 · 11-26-2017, 03:15 PM

**** Geoff Schwartz

Eleazar · 11-26-2017, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by thegame214

**** Geoff Schwartz

Why? He's right.

thegame214 · 11-26-2017, 03:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eleazar

Why? He's right.

**** you too

jspchief · 11-26-2017, 03:19 PM

****ing

at Smith having any trade value. Every GM in the league knows that KC can't afford to keep him. Better to take your chances on a bidding war (lol) after he's cut. If you lose out, it beats taking on his ridiculous 18m salary in 2018.

This is a guy that was on multiple 1 year contracts in SF. The only franchise stupid enough to trade away picks for Alex Smith already has him.

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RunKC · 11-26-2017, 03:20 PM

11-26-2017, 09:02 AM
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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jspchief BAMF jspchief's Avatar Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Your Face	****ing at Smith having any trade value. Every GM in the league knows that KC can't afford to keep him. Better to take your chances on a bidding war (lol) after he's cut. If you lose out, it beats taking on his ridiculous 18m salary in 2018. This is a guy that was on multiple 1 year contracts in SF. The only franchise stupid enough to trade away picks for Alex Smith already has him. Sent from my SM-G920V using Tapatalk
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