Patrick Mahomes embraces Chiefs' under-center offense this season

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Last updated Oct 19, 2026

Patrick Mahomes embraces Chiefs' under-center offense this season
Summary

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has adapted to a new under-center offense that reflects the team's evolution over recent years. Head coach Andy Reid noted that the transition has been ongoing since Mahomes joined the team. This season, the Chiefs utilize under-center plays significantly more than they did in 2025, with Mahomes expressing a preference for these formations. The team, led by rushing leader Kenneth Walker, has excelled, leading the NFL in rushing yards per attempt and total yards per game. Following their bye week, the Chiefs recorded a season-high 422 total yards in their recent game.

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  • •Mahomes has shifted to under-center formations this season.
  • •Chiefs rank first in rushing yards per attempt at 5.5.
  • •Kenneth Walker leads the league in rushing with 655 yards.
  • •The team averaged 24 under-center snaps per game this season.
  • •Chiefs recorded a season-high 422 total yards after their bye.
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  • 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — Patrick Mahomes has taken to the Chiefs’ under-center offense
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Kansas City’s head coach shared that the offense’s new look has been a couple of years in the making.

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