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Colin Cowherd critiques Patrick Mahomes amid Chiefs' offensive issues

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 2:43 AM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Colin Cowherd critiques Patrick Mahomes amid Chiefs' offensive issues

Summary

On August 22, Colin Cowherd discussed Patrick Mahomes' recent performance during a segment on The Herd. Cowherd noted a stark contrast between Mahomes' past dominance and his more average statistics from the last two seasons. He attributed some struggles to the Chiefs' offensive line issues and a lack of separation among receivers. The team finished 6-11 in 2025, missing the playoffs for the first time since 2014. Mahomes, who is recovering from a knee injury, will need to adjust as the Chiefs enter the 2026 season with new receivers and a restructured offensive line.

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Status Watch

•Mahomes' passer rating dropped from 105.2 in 2022 to 89.6 in 2025.
•Cowherd raised concerns about Mahomes' coaching and preparation.
•The Chiefs ranked 21st in scoring and 20th in total offense in 2025.
•Mahomes was sacked 34 times in 14 games last season.
•The 2026 season will test Mahomes' ability to adapt after injury.

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2:43 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Looks Incredibly Average’ — NFL Analyst Gets Brutally Honest About Patrick Mahomes Amid Chiefs’ Offensive Struggles

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Patrick Mahomes has spent most of his career making “average” look like a word that belongs in somebody else’s scouting report. Colin Cowherd thinks the last two seasons have finally made it applicable.
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