Podcast: Who’s trending up (and down) for KC Chiefs after preseason opener?
The Chiefs’ second preseason game approaches, and look for the starters to play longer than the one series they got last weekend in a loss to the Arizona Cardinals.
Quarterback Patrick Mahomes played three snaps and 48 seconds last week. He should break more of a sweat at the Seattle Seahawks on Friday.
On SportsBeat KC, The Star’s sports podcast, columnists Sam McDowell and Vahe Gregorian break down the Chiefs in the opening game.
Who trended upward and who needs to have a better game this week? That goes for veteran players as well as younger players looking to make the roster.
The Chiefs have improved their depth, and it may mean that some experienced players are on the bubble.
This story was originally published August 12, 2025 at 4:36 PM.
Blair Kerkhoff
The Kansas City Star