The Kansas City Chiefs’ starting quarterback spot is perhaps the safest bet at any position across the NFL heading into the 2023 season. Reigning MVP Patrick Mahomes will maintain his role as the league’s top passer when the season kicks off in September, and the team will continue to live and die by his contributions on offense.
But one key fact from the 2022 season looms large over the team, especially as they look to defend their newly won Super Bowl title. Mahomes has missed time due to injury in two of his five seasons as Kansas City’s starting quarterback, and his odds of remaining in perfect health decline with every passing year.
