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During training camp, the Chiefs will also see action under center from Justin Fields, Chris Oladokun and rookie Garrett Nussmeier.

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Fields competing for reps in Chiefs camp behind recovering Mahomes.

Justin Fields will see action under center during Chiefs training camp as a backup option alongside Chris Oladokun and rookie Garrett Nussmeier while Patrick Mahomes returns from ACL surgery. It remains to be seen whether Mahomes will split time early in camp and how the team will handle his reps in the preseason.

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Fields' dual-threat ability opens door for expanded offensive packages with Mahomes.

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QB trending negatively heading into Week 1.

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Fields' fourth team in four years raises questions about Reid's ability to unlock his potential.

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Chiefs acquired Fields as backup QB via trade for late 2027 pick.

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Fields' 9.9 YPA and 3 TDs didn't prevent benching two months later.

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On the flip side of this, last year after Week 1: Justin Fields was QB1 Aaron Jones and Jacory Croskey-Merritt were tied at RB11 Keon Coleman was WR4...

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