Chiefs consider trading for Jets WR Adonai Mitchell to enhance passing game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 10:52 PM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026
The Kansas City Chiefs are exploring potential trades to bolster their downfield passing attack before the NFL trade deadline. Adonai Mitchell of the New York Jets has been proposed as a candidate to help provide options for quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Following their recent loss to Seattle, where the offense managed only three points, concerns over the Chiefs' ability to generate explosive plays have grown. Mahomes' performance highlighted the need for a receiver capable of stretching the field, especially since Tyquan Thornton's injury has impacted deep passing attempts. The Chiefs are assessing Mitchell’s fit in their scheme and whether he could accelerate their postseason ambitions.
- •Chiefs scored only three points in loss to Seattle
- •Team seeks trade for Jets WR Adonai Mitchell
- •Mitchell could enhance downfield passing options for Mahomes
- •Injury to Tyquan Thornton has limited Chiefs' deep passing game
- •Trade depends on Jets' willingness and compensation offered
- 10:52 PMYahoo Sports — Kansas City Chiefs Urged to Trade for New York Jets WR to Solve Downfield Passing Issue
"The Kansas City Chiefs could consider adding another wide receiver before the NFL trade deadline as they look to improve their downfield passing attack. A proposed trade for New York Jets wide receiver Adonai Mitchell would give the offense another option capable of stretching defenses and creating opportunities for Patrick Mahomes. Kansas City’s offensive limitations […] The post Kansas City Chiefs Urged to Trade for New York Jets WR to Solve Downfield Passing Issue appeared first on Gridiron H
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