PATRICK MAHOMES’ TOP RECEIVING WEAPON IS A HUGE SHOCK

During Kansas City Chiefs training camp, potential playmakers for Patrick Mahomes in 2023 were discussed. Travis Kelce and Marquez Valdes-Scantling.

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None of those names lead in receiving yards after two weeks. Toney and Moore have been disappointments.

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Watson leads team in receiving yards with 107. He's second in yards per catch.

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He hasn't scored a touchdown yet. It's fine if he continues like this. Kansas City has many skilled players who excel in scoring in the red zone.

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He ranks sixth in yards after catch per reception, suggesting he has limited ability to avoid defenders after catching the ball.

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He ranks seventh in expected YAC/R and average cushion, suggesting he doesn't excel in running routes. Decent, but not impressive.

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We're focusing on Mahomes' current performance, not his future top receiver.

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Watson is reliable, while some top receivers have struggled. His stats support his case, both in basic and advanced metrics.

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