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Steve Smith Sr. predicts breakout year for Chiefs' Cyrus Allen

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Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Steve Smith Sr. predicts breakout year for Chiefs' Cyrus Allen
Summary

Steve Smith Sr. has expressed confidence in Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Cyrus Allen, predicting he could become the team's number one option. Smith's statement comes ahead of the Chiefs' preseason opener this weekend after a disappointing 6-11 season last year. While some fans support Smith's claim about Allen's potential, others question his past assessments, citing former predictions about other players. The Chiefs have made several changes this offseason, including drafting Allen earlier this year to reinforce their roster.

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  • •Steve Smith Sr. predicts Cyrus Allen could be the Chiefs' top wide receiver.
  • •The Chiefs start preseason after a 6-11 season last year.
  • •Fans' reactions are mixed regarding Smith's prediction.
  • •Cyrus Allen was drafted earlier this year by the Chiefs.
  • •The Chiefs' preseason opener is set for this weekend.
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  • 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Steve Smith Sr. has made a Cyrus Allen prediction Chiefs fans can’t agree over
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Steve Smith Sr. has high hopes for Kansas City Chiefs player Cyrus Allen, but not every fan agreed with the former NFL man’s take.

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