The Kansas City Chiefs are making a strong push this season. Patrick Mahomes has been instrumental in the franchise’s success. But Andy Reid is the light that shines brightly on Kansas City’s success. The Chiefs are on track for a Super Bowl-worthy season. But if an insider’s words are accurate, the franchise could witness an extensive mentorship shift involving the head coach.
The 2022-23 season has remained an epic ride for Kansas City. The franchise has touched success and is ready to avenge last year’s divisional championship loss. Coach Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes are emerging as a successful QB-HC duo. But there are predictions that it might be ending soon.
Is it the last of Andy Reid in the NFL?
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According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, a selection of top league executives believe Andy Reid could step down after clinching the second Super Bowl with the Chiefs. An AFC scout mentioned, “I just think at some point he could make the life decision to walk away from the grind. I could at least see it.”
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— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) January 24, 2023
Reid has never explicitly indicated that he intends to retire as a head coach in the coming years. With Patrick Mahomes as his franchise quarterback, the HC captures more Super Bowls. Moreover, the Big Red did not have an unsuccessful season since taking over as the Chiefs’ head coach.
Kansas City is at a pivotal juncture, as they will compete against Cincinnati in the AFC Championship game. But Patrick Mahomes sustained an ankle injury that could affect their situation in the playoffs. Ahead of the game, Coach Reid gave some updates on the franchise’s amplest concern.
The Chiefs’ Head Coach gave an update on Patrick Mahomes
The Chiefs Kingdom has one big concern over Patrick Mahomes’ ankle injury he sustained against the Jaguars. Since the AFC championship is a do-or-die situation, KC needs to clinch it and pick their Super Bowl berth. Ahead of the game, Andy Reid gave an update on whether they would start Chad Henne or keep Patrick Mahomes at the forefront.
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#Chiefs coach Andy Reid told reporters that QB Patrick Mahomes "worked hard on the treatment and is doing OK." Asked about his status, Reid says he's "gonna play" and that this isn't as serious as the one Mahomes suffered in 2019.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 23, 2023
Andy Reid mentioned via ESPN, “He’s worked hard in the treatment and is doing OK. He mentioned it to you that he’s going to play. That’s his mindset, and then we’ll just take it day by day and see how he does.”
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Will the Grim Reaper be in his 100%? Or will ‘Henne’ thing would take over? It is subject to witness.