Patrick Mahomes has acknowledged the increasing pressure he faces from opposing defenses this season, stating, 'It's a part of football. We've played a lot of good defenses this year.' This acceptance reflects his experience against challenging opposition post-Super Bowl win, emphasizing the importance of adaptiveness amidst a tough schedule.
The Chiefs' offensive line struggles are highlighted by their frequent changes at left tackle, where they have started three players this season. Veteran D.J. Humphries recently stepped in but failed to resolve the issues, allowing eight pressures against the Chargers, demonstrating the ongoing challenges faced in protecting Mahomes.
With 35 sacks over 13 games, this season is already Mahomes' hardest in terms of pass protection, outpacing his previous career high of 28 in a full season, exposing the Chiefs to critical pressure from defenses as they navigate a difficult schedule.
Despite the steady rate of blitzing faced by Mahomes being among the lowest in the league at 24.4%, the Chiefs' inability to maintain effective pass protection signifies a structural challenge that they must address to support their star quarterback.
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