Why Chiefs Believe They ‘Got the Players We Need’
The Chiefs stood firm on their asking price for running back Breece Hall on Tuesday, refusing to make a trade. This decision sets up an important moment in late April when the team will decide what to do with their third-round draft pick, which they were unwilling to give away easily to the Jets.
Confidence in Current Roster
Despite recent injuries, the players in the Kansas City locker room believe their current roster is capable of overcoming challenges. Travis Kelce spoke on the New Heights podcast, emphasizing resilience:
“We got banged up on the offensive line and this and that, but at the same time, man, we got the players that we need. Even if it's the next man, next-man-up mentality, we still got the guys that can get the job done. Man, we just have to keep figuring it out. This one was a tough one, though.”
Recent Setback and Playoff Picture
The Chiefs' 28-21 loss at Buffalo on Sunday dropped their overall record to 5-4 and their AFC conference record to 2-3, which places them outside the current playoff spots. The AFC record is a key tiebreaker for wildcard qualification, making this a significant concern.
Focus on Upcoming Key Matchup
Looking ahead, the Chiefs are concentrating on their upcoming game in Denver on November 10. Patrick Mahomes highlighted the importance of improving their standing first before looking ahead to potential playoff rematches:
“I mean, we got to get there first. We got a lot of good teams in our division, and they're playing really good football, and we're down there at third place right now. And so, we got to get back and get ourselves right.”
Author’s Summary
The Chiefs remain confident in their existing roster despite injuries and recent losses, focusing on fixing their standings and making a strong push back into playoff contention.