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Yahoo Sports NFL fantasy football takes on Patrick Mahomes
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PositiveProjectionOct 31, 2026
Through six games, Mahomes has completed 64.9% of his passes for 1,474 yards, nine touchdowns, and four interceptions. Maurice Elston notes he has played well from under center and within the play-action passing game Kansas City has built around Kenneth Walker III. When the protection holds up and Mahomes trusts what is around him, he still looks capable of taking over a game. Elston expects Mahomes to rebound from his poor Seattle performance, noting you rarely see him play as poorly as he did in Seattle and you almost never see him produce two performances like that in consecutive weeks.NegativeInjuryOct 31, 2026
Maurice Elston reports Mahomes has shown his knee is healed enough to play his game and does not look afraid to move around the pocket or escape pressure. However, Elston does not believe he is completely back to 100% yet; from the eye test, his full speed and explosiveness have not entirely returned, and there are plays where the old Mahomes might have escaped but he cannot quite get away now. The knee appears to remain in the back of his mind, which is understandable after such a serious injury. His recovery has progressed well, but lingering physical limitations and inconsistent protection have prevented him from completely returning to his old form.NegativeProjectionOct 30, 2026
Sean Payton reflected on his pre-draft evaluation of Patrick Mahomes, noting that Mahomes' career trajectory exceeded projections. Payton stated that if he had foreseen Mahomes' eventual success, he would have traded up to the No. 1 overall pick. Payton highlighted Mahomes' exceptional football intellect, arm strength, and arm angles as standout traits during evaluation, though Mahomes played in a different offensive system at Lubbock, Texas.PositiveInjuryOct 30, 2026
Quarterback Patrick Mahomes maintained full participation throughout the week with a knee injury; appears fully healthy for Sunday's game against Denver.PositiveRoleOct 30, 2026
Eric Morris was Patrick Mahomes' offensive coordinator at Texas Tech, establishing a track record of developing elite quarterbacks that qualifies him as a credible head coaching candidate for quarterback-focused organizations.PositiveInjuryOct 30, 2026
Quarterback Patrick Mahomes is off the injury report with a knee injury and is set to play.NegativeProjectionOct 30, 2026
Mahomes threw for a season-low 165 yards in his last game and has zero touchdowns and two interceptions over the last two weeks; facing a good Denver Broncos defense in Week 8, he projects as a low-end No. 1 or high-end No. 2 quarterback in most leagues.PositiveInjuryOct 30, 2026
Mahomes fully participated in practice Friday, Oct. 30, and is not on the injury report for Week 8, clearing his knee injury status for the upcoming matchup.NegativeProjectionOct 30, 2026
In the Madden simulation, Mahomes completed 23 of 31 passes for 204 yards with 3 rushing attempts for 24 yards; he was efficient early, completing 10 consecutive passes, but struggled in the second half and was sacked multiple times, including on the final play of the game.PositiveProjectionOct 30, 2026
Multiple analysts expect Mahomes to bounce back after a poor Week 7 performance against Seattle's elite defense. Caleb James notes Mahomes is 'coming off of his worse' performance while Bo Nix had 'maybe his best offensive performance of the season,' but expects the Chiefs to 'come out with a better offensive plan.' Matt Stagner states Mahomes will 'bounce back with a vengeance' and the Chiefs will show 'competence' despite not putting up 30 points. Maurice Elston trusts Mahomes to 'bounce back' with better protection and downfield opportunities.NegativeProjectionOct 30, 2026
Mahomes is the featured quarterback to sit for the second straight week after the Seahawks caused him to finish in the single digits for fantasy points. After starting the season with two straight top-10 fantasy results, Mahomes hasn't cracked the QB1 range in his last four games (QB20, QB13, QB23, QB25). Injuries to his pass-catchers and offensive line have been part of the problem and are only amplified more in tougher matchups. The Broncos fit that description, especially with Pat Surtain II trending towards a return from his ankle injury. Mahomes also isn't running as much coming off the ACL last season, averaging over 30 rushing yards per contest in 2025 but under 12 yards per game this year.NegativeProjectionOct 30, 2026
Mahomes' efficiency has plummeted post-bye: EPA per dropback on throws to WRs dropped from 0.21 (Weeks 1-4) to -0.26 (Weeks 6-7); passing aDOT fell from 10.7 to 6.6; YAC per completion dropped from 6.2 to 5.0. The source attributes this to receivers not gaining separation and notes that both Travis Kelce and Xavier Worthy are below the 50th percentile in ESPN's Open Score.NegativeMatchupOct 30, 2026
Patrick Mahomes went 1 for 1 yard on rushing attempts against the Dolphins this season, illustrating Miami's relative success in containing QB run threats compared to what they may face against Drake Maye.NegativeMatchupOct 30, 2026
Mahomes went 1 for 1 yard against the Dolphins, showing Miami's ability to limit mobile QBs, though this is limited sample size.NegativeMatchupOct 30, 2026
Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs came off a tough Sunday night where the betting public was heavily on them as an underdog; the source notes this context heading into Week 8 against the Broncos, where sharp action has favored Denver.NegativeProjectionOct 30, 2026
Mahomes was self-critical after a poor early performance in Week 7 loss to Seattle, noting on film review that he moved into pressure unnecessarily when he didn't have to move, creating some of the pressures he faced. His self-awareness and resolve are highlighted as key traits heading into Week 8 against Denver, with the source noting his perspective and competitive spirit following his return from knee surgery.NegativeProjectionOct 30, 2026
Mahomes has failed to throw a touchdown pass in each of his last two games and is shaping up to be a QB2 in Week 8, particularly concerning given potential absences of Travis Kelce and Rashee Rice due to injury.NegativeInjuryOct 30, 2026
Mahomes (knee) was a full participant in practice Thursday, Oct. 29, indicating recovery progress from his knee injury.NegativeInjuryOct 29, 2026
Patrick Mahomes maintained full practice participation Thursday with a knee injury; no change in status from Wednesday.PositiveInjuryOct 29, 2026
Quarterback Patrick Mahomes had a second consecutive full practice Thursday, indicating his knee injury is not limiting his participation.NegativeProjectionOct 29, 2026
Mahomes is a Fade facing a very tough matchup against Denver, which allows the seventh fewest FPPG to opposing QBs. Additionally, Mahomes has cooled off and is missing weapons, making him a risky start despite his elite status.PositiveInjuryOct 29, 2026
Quarterback Patrick Mahomes (knee) was a full participant in practice on both Wednesday and Thursday, indicating no setback from his knee injury.NegativeProjectionOct 29, 2026
Mahomes slid in QB rankings for Week 8, indicating declining performance or unfavorable matchup conditions.PositiveMatchupOct 29, 2026
Patrick Mahomes searches for chunk gains against the Broncos; the matchup presents opportunity for explosive plays.NegativeProjectionOct 29, 2026
Mahomes has the worst collection of receiving talent in the league when Rashee Rice is on the shelf, and it's not much better even when Rice plays; this makes Mahomes vulnerable to tough matchups, and the Broncos are another one for Week 8.NegativeRoleOct 29, 2026
Mahomes downplayed the January 2024 incident with Justin Tucker ahead of the AFC championship game, characterizing it as routine competitive behavior rather than lasting conflict. He stated he and Tucker 'haven't had a lot of conversations' and that 'it wasn't like we ever had any beef or anything like that,' framing the interaction as 'just competitors being competitors.' Mahomes acknowledged Tucker's status as 'a big-time kicker for a long time' and his competitive drive to help the Ravens reach the Super Bowl, indicating he understood Tucker's perspective and has moved past the incident.NegativeMatchupOct 29, 2026
Mahomes faces the Broncos defense, which is back to tip-top shape with CB1 Pat Surtain, CB2 Riley Moss, and EDGE2 Jonathon Cooper back. Mahomes was the QB9 against the diminished version of the Broncos in Week 1 (207-3 total) but has been the QB13, QB12, and QB29 with 0-1 total touchdowns in his other recent outings against them. Kansas City has a 21.0-point team total.NegativeInjuryOct 29, 2026
Mahomes' availability depends on whether Rashee Rice and RT Jaylon Moore are going to play; they'll make a big difference after last week's flop against the Seahawks. Mahomes hasn't run it nearly as much as last year to save fantasy days with 11.8 rushing yards per game (QB19).NegativeMatchupOct 29, 2026
Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs hold the AFC's No. 1 seed tiebreaker over Buffalo despite both teams sitting at 5-1; the source notes Buffalo is just a Mahomes interception away from taking over the AFC's top seed, and Denver has a chance to beat Kansas City in Week 8 to help Buffalo's playoff positioning.NegativeProjectionOct 29, 2026
Mahomes finished with 165 passing yards on 19-of-33 completions against Seattle, posting the fifth-lowest marks of his career for passing yards per attempt (5.0) and passer rating (58.3). This was only the second time Kansas City has scored three or fewer points with Mahomes at quarterback; the other instance was also in Week 7 of 2021, a 27-3 loss to Tennessee.NegativeProjectionOct 29, 2026
A few weeks ago, Mahomes was considered a shoo-in for Comeback Player of the Year given the torrid pace of his rehab from two torn knee ligaments, which had him suiting up for Week 1; the source notes it may still be the Chiefs quarterback's award to lose.NegativeMatchupOct 29, 2026
Mahomes has historically dominated the Broncos, starting 12-0 against Denver before Sean Payton took over and the Broncos won two of three matchups. In Week 1 this season, Mahomes played well but it was Walker who did most of the damage in the 31-10 Chiefs victory, suggesting the Broncos' defensive weakness is run defense rather than Mahomes' passing game.NegativeRoleOct 29, 2026
Mahomes, in his 10th season with the Chiefs and serving as a team captain, addressed reports of kicking wide receiver Rashee Rice from a meeting, saying "We've had the right conversations now. We're moving in the right direction." He also noted that he and Travis Kelce had the same mentality heading into a recent game and were not in a joking mood, taking their preparation seriously. Additionally, Mahomes discussed his long-standing warmup routine conflicts with opposing kickers, noting that Baltimore's Justin Tucker had pulled similar stunts on three occasions over seven years.NegativeMatchupOct 29, 2026
Mahomes has only been sacked seven times in six games while Kansas City has only committed five turnovers this season, which will give the Broncos defense a lower floor/ceiling combination than usual in Week 8.NegativeMatchupOct 29, 2026
Mahomes had three touchdowns against Denver in Week 1, but the Broncos will likely have a better plan to contain him in Week 8. This spot favors Kenneth Walker III for a bounce-back game, especially since Mahomes hasn't logged a touchdown since the Chiefs' Week 4 win over the Raiders.NegativeProjectionOct 29, 2026
Mahomes has hit a rough patch, failing to throw a touchdown pass in back-to-back games; the source views him as a QB2 against Denver's defense, which kept him somewhat in check in the season opener, suggesting downside risk despite the potential return of Rashee Rice in Week 8.NegativeInjuryOct 29, 2026
Mahomes was a full participant in practice Wednesday, Oct. 28, following a knee injury; his return to full participation suggests he is on track to play.PositiveInjuryOct 28, 2026
Quarterback Patrick Mahomes participated fully in Wednesday practice despite a knee injury, indicating he is healthy and available for the Week 8 Chiefs-Broncos divisional matchup.PositiveInjuryOct 28, 2026
Quarterback Patrick Mahomes (knee) was a full participant in practice on Wednesday, showing his knee injury is not affecting his availability for Week 8.NegativeMatchupOct 28, 2026
Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs were dismantled 20-3 by the Seahawks on Sunday night, a loss that highlights Seattle's defensive strength; the source notes that the Seahawks' defense has surrendered an average of 10.8 points in four victories and 27.3 points in three losses, indicating the defense was the pivotal character in Seattle's dominant performance against Mahomes.NegativeMatchupOct 28, 2026
Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs were dismantled 20-3 by Seattle on Sunday night; Kansas City went to Seattle and got mauled in a Week 7 Sunday Night Football loss, never threatening to cover as 3-point road underdogs.PositiveRoleOct 28, 2026
Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes has returned, though the passing game could still use additional receiver help despite his presence.PositiveValueOct 28, 2026
Patrick Mahomes II holds a rest-of-season trade value of 104, ranking sixteenth among quarterbacks in trade asset valuation.NegativeProjectionOct 28, 2026
Jerry Thornton questions whether panic about Patrick Mahomes is warranted after a bad game in Seattle, suggesting the narrative may be overblown.NegativeProjectionOct 28, 2026
Patrick Mahomes is the odds-on favorite for Comeback Player of the Year despite becoming less important to his own team's offensive success; his merely decent play after a standard knee injury makes him less of a legitimate candidate for another NFL award compared to Fred Warner, whose dislocated ankle injury and impressive performance make him a stronger CPOY candidate.NegativeMatchupOct 28, 2026
Against Seattle's defense, Mahomes escaped the pocket multiple times when edge rushers attacked upfield and compromised rush-lane integrity, giving him room to extend plays and find receivers. The source notes that Mahomes was in a bad situation late in the game but Seattle allowed a completion, missed two tackles, and gave up a solid gain. The source also identifies that on one play, Mahomes buys time because he isn't contained in the pocket after Jones abandons Kelce, opening a window for completion. The source flags this escape pattern as something to monitor against Caleb Williams.NegativeMatchupOct 28, 2026
Patrick Mahomes was held to just 3 points, 213 total yards, and 11 first downs without allowing a single trip into the red zone by the Seahawks defense. The 3 points tied the lowest total in any game started by Mahomes, while the 213 yards, 11 first downs, and zero red-zone trips were all new lows for the quarterback across his 153 career starts. Seattle outgained Kansas City by 197 yards, with only one game in Mahomes' 153 starts featuring a larger yardage differential (the 2018 AFC Championship against the Patriots).NegativeProjectionOct 28, 2026
Mahomes hasn't completed a TD pass since Week 4, despite facing weak competition (Dolphins, Raiders, Chargers, Seahawks with combined 8-18 record). Against Seattle, the Chiefs failed to reach the red zone for the first time ever with Mahomes at QB. Kenneth Walker III's production was masking underlying issues: Week 3 (73 all-purpose yards, 0.13 team EPA per play), Week 4 (179 yards, 0.14 EPA), Week 6 (139 yards, 0.05 EPA), Week 7 (57 yards, -0.10 EPA). Mahomes was under duress on 52.8% of his dropbacks against Seattle due to missing top WRs Tyquan Thornton (IR) and Rashee Rice (returning), with the Chiefs running 11 personnel on 52.9% of passing plays and TEs blocking on only four snaps.NegativeProjectionOct 28, 2026
The source describes the Chiefs' performance against Seattle as 'possibly the worst performance of the Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes pairing,' indicating a significant down game for the quarterback and offense.NegativeMatchupOct 28, 2026
Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs offense were held to just 213 total yards by the Seahawks defense in a 20-3 loss on Sunday Night Football.NegativeMatchupOct 28, 2026
Patrick Mahomes threw an interception forced by Nick Emmanwori in Week 7 against the Chiefs, who struggled offensively as they never had before in the Mahomes era, indicating vulnerability in the Kansas City offense.NegativeRoleOct 28, 2026
Patrick Mahomes was involved in the incident with Josh Simmons, joining Andy Reid in asking Simmons to leave the team meeting. Rapoport's commentary underscores that protection of Mahomes at left tackle is the Chiefs' top priority, with trust in the offensive lineman being non-negotiable for the quarterback's safety and performance.NegativeUsageOct 27, 2026
Mahomes' average throw from a clean pocket traveled only 3.6 yards downfield against Seattle despite being kept clean 47% of the time he dropped back. He checked it down to running backs frequently because the offensive scheme didn't manufacture anything downfield against Seattle's very good defense.NegativeMatchupOct 27, 2026
Mahomes was pressured on 39% of his dropbacks against Seattle, the second-highest mark of his season behind Week 4 against Las Vegas. Unlike Las Vegas where he threw for 225 yards and two touchdowns with a 97.2 passer rating despite similar pressure, in Seattle he managed only 165 yards and two turnover-worthy plays. The offense will struggle if the run game is bottled up and Mahomes faces pressure on more than one-third of his dropbacks.NegativeMatchupOct 27, 2026
In Week 7, the Seahawks held the Chiefs to season lows of three points and 213 yards of total offense, putting pressure on QB Patrick Mahomes; the source notes this as a blueprint for stopping the Kansas City Chiefs offense heading into Week 8.NegativeProjectionOct 27, 2026
Mahomes is ranked 11th in Week 8 QB rankings by Daniel Dobish of TheHuddle.com, traveling to Denver.PositiveRoleOct 27, 2026
Mahomes has excelled at play-action passes when Kenneth Walker III is producing at an elite level; the source notes that the Chiefs' biggest strength on offense has been when Mahomes hands the ball off to his new teammate, indicating that Walker's production creates favorable conditions for Mahomes' passing game.NegativeProjectionOct 27, 2026
Mahomes managed just 165 passing yards and an interception against the tough Seattle defense; this was the first time in his 153-game career (including playoffs) that his offense didn't reach the end zone in some fashion, marking a historic low in offensive production under the three-time Super Bowl MVP with only 213 total yards.NegativeMatchupOct 27, 2026
Against Seattle's defense in Week 8 Sunday night, Mahomes and the Chiefs managed just 213 yards of offense, three points and three third-down conversions in 11 attempts, with one takeaway and a single sack allowed; the source characterizes this as a solid defensive performance despite limited explosive plays.NegativeProjectionOct 27, 2026
In a recent performance against the Seahawks, Mahomes threw for 165 yards and one interception with no touchdowns while leading his team to just three total points in a blowout loss on the road; this was notably worse than Justin Herbert's Week Four outing against the same opponent (189 yards, one touchdown, two interceptions, 23 points scored).PositiveProjectionOct 27, 2026
Mahomes' comeback from a torn ACL and other injuries in a short timeframe is 'nothing short of impressive'; the source notes his numbers haven't been gaudy, but given the Chiefs' offensive depth chart limitations, he's 'playing well above what he should.' The source credits him with the Chiefs' resurgence to 5-1.NegativeProjectionOct 27, 2026
Had the first game of his career in which he never took a snap in the red zone in Week 7; the offense produced only 213 yards, a new low under the three-time Super Bowl MVP, though the source notes Mahomes could use better blocking and help at wideout.NegativeMatchupOct 27, 2026
Mahomes struggled significantly against Seattle's defense, completing 19 of 33 passes for 165 yards and an interception; the Chiefs generated just 213 total yards, went 3 of 11 on third downs, and for the first time in a Mahomes start, did not reach the red zone. Mahomes acknowledged the need for better play-action and movement game to help the run game when defenses stack the line.NegativeProjectionOct 27, 2026
Mahomes' performance in the 20-3 loss to Seattle was poor enough to cast doubt on the Chiefs' 5-0 start; the source notes the loss was 'thorough, unsightly and disillusioning' and exposed 'every worrisome vulnerability' the Chiefs had flashed in beating teams with a combined 11-22 record, suggesting the early-season success may not be sustainable given Kansas City's thorny schedule ahead.NegativeMatchupOct 26, 2026
Mahomes faced a stacked box and lacked downfield receiving threats in the Chiefs' 20-3 loss to Seattle; the source notes 'Pat never had a chance' due to the absence of a credible WR2 and the opposing defense's ability to stack the box.NegativeRoleOct 26, 2026
The Chiefs quarterback was visibly frustrated as nothing worked well; without help from receivers or the run game, Mahomes threw a costly interception and missed passes he typically completes, though he did recover his own fumble in a tremendous effort.NegativeMatchupOct 26, 2026
Mahomes was harassed all game by the Seahawks defense, finishing 19/33 for 165 yards with 1 INT; the Chiefs never reached the red zone, and while Seattle only recorded one sack, they kept constant pressure on the quarterback throughout the game.NegativeMatchupOct 26, 2026
Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs were dominated by Seattle's defense in Week 7, with the Seahawks holding Kansas City to just a field goal in a 20-3 victory on Sunday Night Football.NegativeUsageOct 26, 2026
Mahomes threw an interception on a second-down pass in Seattle territory that could've been avoided and fumbled on a third-down play when he didn't feel the pressure, ending a promising possession; at one point in the first half he was 7/14 with an interception and just 63 yards, with five straight incompletions in the second quarter.NegativeRoleOct 26, 2026
Mahomes played without two of his top wideouts — Rashee Rice (hamstring) and Tyquan Thornton (dislocated ankle) — and his starting right tackle Jaylon Moore (concussion), limiting his offensive weapons and protection.NegativeProjectionOct 26, 2026
Mahomes posted the fifth-lowest passing yards per attempt (5.0) and passer rating (58.3) of his career in Week 7 loss to Seattle; the source notes this was only the second time Kansas City scored three or fewer points with Mahomes at quarterback, and the first time since 2016 that a Mahomes-led team failed to reach the red zone or end zone in a single game.NegativeRoleOct 26, 2026
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes was present during an offensive team meeting where second-year tackle Josh Simmons was sitting with his feet up due to back discomfort. When Simmons protested after being asked to put his feet down, Mahomes also spoke up, according to witnesses cited in the NFL Network report.NegativeMatchupOct 26, 2026
The source notes that Kansas City's offense was shut down in their first loss to Seattle, with Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs unable to overcome the Seahawks' defense in Week 7.NegativeProjectionOct 26, 2026
Mahomes offered little relief in Week 7's 20-3 loss to Seattle, missing a handful of throws as the Seahawks' defense suffocated the Chiefs' passing attack. The source notes the pass game needed to step up but didn't, marking the second time this season Kansas City's wide receiver corps was essentially shut out.NegativeProjectionOct 26, 2026
Patrick Mahomes struggled in Kansas City's 20-3 loss to Seattle, completing 19 of 33 passes (57.6%) for 165 yards, 0 TDs, and 1 INT while adding 2 carries for 14 yards. The source describes this as Kansas City's worst game of the season and notes that Mahomes 'couldn't get anything going in the passing game,' marking the Chiefs' first loss after starting 5-0.NegativeMatchupOct 26, 2026
Patrick Mahomes was stymied by the Seahawks' dominant defense in their 20-3 win, never even reaching the red zone during the game. This defensive performance represents a significant matchup challenge for the previously undefeated Chiefs quarterback.NegativeMatchupOct 26, 2026
Mahomes and the Chiefs offense were shut down by Seattle's defensive game plan, resulting in their worst offensive performance in the Patrick Mahomes era. The Seahawks' focus on stopping Kenneth Walker III with heavy boxes, combined with the Chiefs' inability to execute downfield passing, left Mahomes without answers in a 20-3 loss.NegativeMatchupOct 26, 2026
Mahomes passed for just 165 yards in the Chiefs' 20-3 loss to the Seahawks, part of a dominant defensive performance by Seattle that limited the entire Chiefs offense. His leading receivers were Travis Kelce and Noah Gray, each with just 44 yards.NegativeProjectionOct 26, 2026
Mahomes struggled from the start against Seattle, completing only 19 of 33 passes for 165 yards, no touchdowns and an interception; the Seahawks' defense held him to 3 points for the second time in his career and first since Oct. 24, 2021, against the Tennessee Titans; Kansas City never reached the red zone.NegativeProjectionOct 26, 2026
Mahomes has been good rather than great this season; Kansas City entered their game against Seattle undefeated but with known flaws including a ravaged receiving corps and a soft early schedule. The Chiefs were overwhelmed by Seattle 20-3 on Sunday Night Football, suggesting Mahomes' performance level may not sustain their undefeated record.