Patrick Mahomes willing to run QB sneaks despite coach's hesitation

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Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Patrick Mahomes willing to run QB sneaks despite coach's hesitation
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Patrick Mahomes expressed readiness to run quarterback sneaks for the Kansas City Chiefs, countering Andy Reid's reluctance to use the play. The issue arose after the Chiefs' recent loss to the Denver Broncos, where they failed to score on four attempts from the one-yard line. Mahomes emphasized he is not afraid to risk injury for a chance to win, referencing his past success with similar plays. Despite this, he acknowledged any decision to run would require careful consideration. The Chiefs have included quarterback sneaks in their game plans but have not executed one since Mahomes' injury in 2019. They hold a 5-2 record before facing the New York Jets next.

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  • •Mahomes insists he would run QB sneaks if needed.
  • •Chiefs lost 28-24 to the Broncos, struggling on short yardage.
  • •Reid has not called a QB sneak since Mahomes' knee injury.
  • •Kansas City remains 5-2 and will play the Jets next.
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Patrick Mahomes has insisted he is not afraid to put his body on the line by running a quarterback sneak, despite Andy Reid’s long-standing reluctance to call the play for the Kansas City Chiefs. The discussion has resurfaced after Kansas City’s disappointing defeat to the Denver Broncos, with the Chiefs failing to score on four attempts from the one-yard line.

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