Patrick Mahomes and Chiefs Look to Bounce Back in 2026 NFL Season

Patrick Mahomes is set to return from an ACL injury as the Kansas City Chiefs prepare for the 2026 NFL season after finishing 2025 with a 6-11 record, missing the playoffs for the first time in over a decade.

FOX Sports' Charles Woodson highlighted the Chiefs as a key storyline for the upcoming season, noting the team's offseason moves aimed at improving their performance. The Chiefs signed running back Kenneth Walker, who was named MVP in Super Bowl LX, and selected cornerback Mansoor Delane and defensive tackle Peter Woods in the NFL Draft.

With high expectations, the Chiefs have a projected win total of 10.5 and are considered to have the sixth-best odds for the Super Bowl. They will face the Denver Broncos in their season opener, followed by games against the Indianapolis Colts, Miami Dolphins, and Las Vegas Raiders.