It’s been a good seven months since the Kansas City Chiefs won the Super Bowl LIV in Miami.
The Chiefs beat the San Francisco 49ers at 31:20 at Hard Rock Stadium. Led by quarterback superstar Patrick Mahomes, coach Andy Reid’s team once again showed their enormous offensive qualities in a race to catch up. These hardly surprise anyone, after all, the Chiefs with Mahomes have already set numerous offensive records in the NFL.
But now something should succeed that no one has achieved since the New England Patriots in 2004: successfully defending the title. (Schedule for the 2020/21 NFL season)
Patrick Mahomes signs 500 million contract
The conditions for the success of this mission were created during the summer break. Superstar and franchise face Mahomes was tied to the Chiefs for ten more years with an unprecedented $ 500 million deal. The man with the “cannon arm” is without a doubt the elementary building block for the offense and is preparing to break numerous NFL records.
In addition, Kansas City was also able to tie an important allusion point for Mahomes with tight end Travis Kelce. Kelce and the receiving trio Tyreek Hill, Mecole Hardman and Sammy Watkins are all among the best pass recipients in the league. You can use Mahome’s deep allusions routinely.
Away from the field, Reid and General Manager Brett Veach also got new contracts, so that the franchise goes into the new season almost unchanged. Due to their enormous mutual understanding and the creativity of Head Coach Reid when it comes to systems, the Chiefs could set off an even bigger offensive fireworks display in the coming season. Numerous NFL bests in offense could go to the Chiefs and their enormous scoring power in the coming season – at least the potential for that is there.
Well-coordinated chiefs offense is a trump card
The familiarity is also a strong trump card in view of the changed preparation due to Corona. “If you can choose a year in which you can keep as many players as possible, then it is surely this season,” said GM Veach happily about the continuity. “The team chemistry the guys have will be a huge advantage for us.”
There is a change in the Chiefs Offense. Super Bowl match winner Damien Williams decided to withdraw the opt-out clause due to Corona and to forego the season.
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Therefore, rookie Clyde Edwards-Helaire will most likely take the starter role in the position of running back and thus bear the brunt of the chiefs’ running game. Edwards-Helaire, drafted in 32nd position by the Chiefs, made a surprisingly strong impression in preparation. He mostly trained with the regular players and convinced with his overview and his skills as a runner and pass recipient.
While the 21-year-old newcomer’s game is not yet perfect, coach Reid said during preparation, Edwards-Helaire worked hard on his skills every day. Numerous experts already have the young running back as a candidate for the offensive rookie of the year.
Mahomes and Co. can start dynasty
The quality and experience of his teammates in the offense will certainly benefit him. At the start of the season, on the night from Thursday to Friday (NFL: Kansas City Chiefs – Houston Texans from 2.20 a.m. in the LIVESCORES), the Houston Texans around quarterback DeShaun Watson will be a real test for Edwards-Helaire and his offensive colleagues.