Kansas City Chiefs are preparing for their pivotal AFC Championship game against the Buffalo Bills. Patrick Mahomes remains the undisputed starter, but backup quarterback Carson Wentz stands ready should any unexpected scenario unfold.
The stakes couldn’t be higher for the Chiefs. They’re chasing NFL history with a potential third consecutive Super Bowl victory – a feat never accomplished in league history. The team’s phenomenal 15-2 regular season record shows Mahomes’ continued dominance, despite experiencing statistical challenges this season.
While Mahomes is set to lead the charge, Wentz represents a critical contingency plan for the Chiefs’ championship aspirations. His recent performance, however, raises questions about potential game readiness.
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Carson Wentz’s underwhelming start against Broncos
In the regular-season finale against the Denver Broncos, Carson Wentz‘s showing was far from stellar. The former North Dakota State quarterback struggled, throwing for fewer than 100 yards in a comprehensive 38-0 loss.
“We didn’t play great as a team. I didn’t play my best, either,” said Wentz said after the game.
Playing against the Broncos fighting for playoff positioning, he struggled to generate offensive momentum. The game featured multiple backup players since key players were rested.
The quarterback’s assessment remained measured.
“It was fun to get out there, give myself and a lot of guys a chance to just go out there and compete,” Wentz said
The matchup against the Buffalo Bills carries additional significance. This game represents a rematch of one of the Chiefs’ two regular-season losses – a 30-21 defeat on November 17th. Josh Allen, the Bills’ quarterback and MVP favorite, stands as Mahomes’ primary rival in what promises to be an electrifying contest.
Mahomes’ journey this season has been anything but conventional. But his career-low passing yards (3,928) and touchdowns (26) haven’t deterred his leadership.
The game kicks off with immense implications. The Chiefs seek to etch their name in NFL history, while the Bills aim to disrupt their championship dreams.
Edited by Krutik Jain
As the AFC championship game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Cincinnati Bengals approaches, one question looms large for Chiefs fans: Is Carson Wentz starting at quarterback?
The status of the Chiefs’ quarterbacks has been a topic of much speculation leading up to the big game. Patrick Mahomes, the team’s star quarterback, suffered a toe injury in the divisional round game against the Buffalo Bills. While Mahomes was able to finish the game, there have been concerns about his mobility and effectiveness heading into the championship game.
In the event that Mahomes is unable to play, Carson Wentz could potentially step in as the starting quarterback for the Chiefs. Wentz, who was acquired by the Chiefs in a trade with the Indianapolis Colts earlier this season, has experience as a starting quarterback in the NFL and could provide a solid backup option for the team.
However, it remains to be seen whether Wentz will indeed start in place of Mahomes. Head coach Andy Reid has been tight-lipped about the quarterback situation, leading to speculation and uncertainty among fans and analysts.
As the game draws near, all eyes will be on the Chiefs’ quarterback situation. Will it be Mahomes leading the team to victory, or will Wentz be called upon to step up in his absence? Chiefs fans will have to wait until game day to find out.
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