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Chris Oladokun reflects on departure from Chiefs, joins B.C. Lions

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Last updated Sep 23, 2026

Chris Oladokun reflects on departure from Chiefs, joins B.C. Lions

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Chris Oladokun, a former backup quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs, has signed with the B.C. Lions in the Canadian Football League after leaving the NFL. Oladokun, who earned two Super Bowl rings with the Chiefs, faced limited opportunities in the NFL after his release in August. Following his signing with the Lions, he received encouragement from Patrick Mahomes, who was the first to text him after the move. This transition allows Oladokun to be closer to his brother, Jordan Oladokun, who is on the Lions' practice roster.

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•Chris Oladokun joins B.C. Lions after leaving the Kansas City Chiefs.
•He won two Super Bowl rings with the Chiefs but faced limited playing time.
•Oladokun received support from Patrick Mahomes following his move.
•He aims to earn a role behind top CFL quarterback Nathan Rourke.
•His brother, Jordan Oladokun, is on the Lions' practice roster.

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Chris Oladokun spent years as Patrick Mahomes’ backup in Kansas City, earning two Super Bowl rings without finding a permanent place in the NFL. After another opportunity fell through this offseason, the former draft pick had to choose between waiting for another unlikely chance or beginning a new journey overseas. Oladokun chose a fresh start […] The post ‘He’s Always in the QB’s Ear’: Two-Time Super Bowl Champion Reveals Unseen Side of Patrick Mahomes After Leaving Chiefs Behind appeared first
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Yahoo SportsSep 23, 2026, 12:30 PM
‘He’s Always in the QB’s Ear’: Two-Time Super Bowl Champion Reveals Unseen Side of Patrick Mahomes After Leaving Chiefs Behind
Chris Oladokun spent years as Patrick Mahomes’ backup in Kansas City, earning two Super Bowl rings without finding a permanent place in the NFL. After another opportunity fell through this offseason, the former draft pick had to choose between waiting for another unlikely chance or beginning a new journey overseas. Oladokun chose a fresh start […] The post ‘He’s Always in the QB’s Ear’: Two-Time Super Bowl Champion Reveals Unseen Side of Patrick Mahomes After Leaving Chiefs Behind appeared first

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