Tag: Kansas City Chiefs

Chiefs are Better than Expected

The Kansas City Chiefs began the 2019-20 season with a rocky start. Although the team’s record doesn’t hint at any struggle. The ankle injury Patrick Mahomes suffered in week one against Jacksonville proved to be worse than expected. Also losing Tyreek Hill and two starting offensive lineman increased his injury possibilities. Unfortunately Mahomes dislocated his Kneecap against the Broncos in week five. All of these injuries resulted in a sense of doubt throughout Kansas City. Without Mahomes, fans were uncertain of how well the team would play missing it’s best players.

Mahomes being helped of the field.

Fortunately the team has played better than expected. Ever since the the Broncos game, the defense has seemed to play at a much higher level. Facing the Packers and Vikings in the following weeks, the Chiefs had something to prove. Although Kansas City went 1-1 losing to the Packers. The fashion in which they lost brought hope to the fan base. The team played a much better game than fans anticipated. Then went on to defeat a stout Vikings team the following week. The Vikings use a “run heavy” offense scheme, which is the weakness of the Chiefs defense, but Kansas City marginalized star running back Dalvin Cook.

I believe the Chiefs will still appear in Super Bowl 54. I feel the injuries have helped the team by exposing them to adversity. The defense proved it can stop other teams and the offense, led by Matt Moore, assured Kansas City that they can put points on the board. Mahomes will be returning shortly, and the schedule is easier until week 14 against the Patriots. I predict the regular season record will be 12-4, assuming the players remain healthy.

Is Ramsey Worth it?

Jalen Ramsey recently requested a trade from the Jacksonville Jaguars. This came as a surprise to no one, because tensions had been rising between Ramsey and the organization. The Chiefs have been considered a front runner since the trade announcement. I however, don’t think Ramsey is worth what Jacksonville is asking for, given the Chiefs situation.

The final straw took place on the Jaguars sideline, September 15th against the Texans. Head coach Doug Marrone and Ramsey nearly had a physical altercation. This event on top of Ramsey’s desire of getting a new contract, and his previous disagreements with coaching, led to his trade demand. In a press conference, following the demand, Ramsey stated he is also tired of losing. He doesn’t want to waste his prime years on a losing team.

Ramsey and Marrone sideline altercation.

The Chiefs have consistently been mentioned as a likely trade destination. However, I don’t believe the move would be smart for Kansas City. Jacksonville first requested a starter and a first round pick, then changed it to two first round picks. There is no doubt the Chiefs could use Ramsey in their defense, but at the expense of two first rounders, I dislike the move. The Chiefs drafted six players this past draft, and I think they should better utilize their picks this time. I predict Ramsey will either join the Ravens or the Eagles, if he does not remain in Jacksonville.