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After coming off two back-to-back wins, it looks like the streak might finally end for the Kansas City Chiefs. In the match against the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Chicago Bears, both the offense and the defense shined through. But now, with the latest injury report being released, the offense seems crippled with key casualties. Will the pressure be again on the defense to deliver?

In the match against the Bears, the Chiefs came out relatively unscathed. No serious on-field injuries were reported that would cause alarm in the hearts of Chiefs fans. Now, one of the Mahomes and Co.’s major weapons has thrown doubts on their victory.

Chiefs line-up riddled with injuries

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The Kansas City Chiefs took to Twitter to release their latest injury report. Six players featured on the list nursing various injuries. Defensive lineman Chris Jones was a limited participant due to a groin injury. Fans are still wondering how he received this injury. He was not on the last week’s injury report preceding the Bears showdown. And even during the 41-10 beat down of the Bears, there was no visible sign of injury.

Mahomes’ offensive weapon, WR Kadarius Toney, was also listed as limited. Even though he was listed with a toe injury the week before the Bears game, he did play in the match. In a blow to the heart of the offense, QB Patrick Mahomes had twisted his ankle on Sunday. But the alarm is unwarranted, as he was listed as a full participant on both Wednesday and Thursday.

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TE Noah Gray is suffering from an unspecified illness whereas LB Nick Bolton also skipped practice due to an ankle injury. Tackle Donovan Smith was a limited participant due to a hip injury and CB Jaylen Watson skipped practice due to a shoulder injury. With so many casualties on the list, how will the Chiefs fare in their upcoming match against the New York Jets?

Here’s the “Chief” highlight of the show!

The Chiefs have two more practice sessions this week before they take the road to MetLife Stadium for the faceoff against the Jets. While the Chiefs are coming in 2-1, the Jets have a reverse score of 1-2. And with their talisman, Aaron Rodgers out due to injury, the Chiefs may have it easier. But anything can happen in an NFL game, and it’s not over till the last second is up!

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Scouting the Jets Camp, they seem to be better off with just two non-participants. Safety Tony Adams is nursing a hamstring injury and OL Wes Schweitzer is suffering from a concussion. The Chiefs, however, should not underestimate their will to win. QB Zach Wilson has a chip on his shoulder and wants to prove that he is worthy of being Rodgers’ successor.

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However, the “Chief” highlight of the showdown at MetLife Stadium will be Taylor Swift. According to the New York Post, it is confirmed that Taylor Swift will be at the match to cheer Travis Kelce. And he would not want to put up a bad show and embarrass himself in front of his date, would he?

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