Analysts express doubt about Chiefs' prospects for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
The Kansas City Chiefs, coming off a disappointing 6-11 season, face growing skepticism from analysts as the 2026 NFL season approaches. Notable analysts like Connor Orr and Frank Schwab have excluded Kansas City from their lists of top contenders, raising concerns about the team's depth and performance. The team's offseason saw key personnel changes and questions surrounding the offensive line and defensive capabilities. As the Chiefs prepare for training camp, the uncertainty around the wide receiver and cornerback positions remains a focal point for fans and analysts alike.
- •Chiefs ended last season with a 6-11 record
- •Connor Orr excluded them from a list of 14 Super Bowl contenders
- •Frank Schwab ranked them as the 12th-best team in the NFL
- •Key player departures raise concerns about team depth
- •Wide receiver and cornerback situations remain uncertain
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — The Chiefs are facing real doubt from football media ahead of 2026
"Are Kansas City fans feeling what Patriots fans felt all those years?
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