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Patrick Mahomes comments on Justin Tucker's signing with Chiefs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 3:51 PM

Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Patrick Mahomes comments on Justin Tucker's signing with Chiefs

Summary

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes discussed the team's recent signing of kicker Justin Tucker on October 28. Mahomes acknowledged a prior tense encounter with Tucker during a 2024 playoff game but emphasized there is no ongoing animosity. Chiefs head coach Andy Reid defended the decision to sign Tucker, who faced allegations of misconduct and served a 10-game suspension, stating that Tucker has addressed his past issues. The Chiefs will face the Denver Broncos next, and Reid indicated Harris Butker will remain the kicker for now.

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•Patrick Mahomes downplayed past tensions with Justin Tucker.
•Tucker has a controversial history, including a 10-game suspension.
•Andy Reid expressed confidence in Tucker's readiness.
•Harris Butker is expected to continue as the starting kicker.
•The Chiefs play the Denver Broncos this weekend.

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3:51 PMYahoo Sports — Patrick Mahomes Downplays ‘Beef’ with Justin Tucker After Controversial Kicker Is Signed to KC Chiefs

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Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has shared his thoughts on the team signing Justin Tucker, following his own rocky history with the kicker and Tucker’s suspension after misconduct allegations. “We have a lot of people that have kind of added in and out. I try not to get too high or too low on […]
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