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Mahomes Sees 48 Seconds of Action as Chiefs Fall 20-17 to Cardinals in Preseason Opener

Cautious snap counts underscore Reid’s health-first approach, shifting off-field attention to a family-focused docuseries

Head coach Andy Reid and Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs look on during the second quarter of a game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on November 26, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Overview

  • The Chiefs dropped their preseason opener 20-17 to the Cardinals despite an early 1-yard touchdown from Patrick Mahomes in a 48-second stint.
  • Andy Reid employed strict snap counts for his veteran stars, quickly removing both Mahomes and Travis Kelce after limited action.
  • Mahomes remained an active sideline presence, advising offensive coordinator Matt Nagy and tending to injured teammates during the game.
  • Off-field narratives shifted as Jackson Mahomes voiced support on social media and Taylor Swift did not attend the season-opening matchup.
  • ESPN’s The Kingdom, premiering August 14, will offer an inside look at the Mahomes family, including Pat Mahomes Sr.’s pre-Super Bowl DUI arrest.