Patrick Mahomes’ ACL injury forces the Kansas City Chiefs into a moment of brutal honesty — and it could shape the next phase of the Mahomes era. On this Wacky Wednesday episode of the Arrowhead Addict podcast, we debate whether Mahomes can be ready for Week 1 in 2026, why the offense has gone stale, what the Chiefs should do with young players down the stretch, and the biggest offseason decisions ahead involving Travis Kelce, Chris Jones, Brett Veach, Andy Reid, and Steve Spagnuolo. Drop your take in the comments and subscribe for year-round Chiefs coverage, including the draft and free agency.00:00 Intro — Have the Chiefs hit rock bottom? 00:29 Mahomes surgery update + rehab optimism 01:18 Why this might be the “best time” for the injury 02:08 Mahomes burnout and nonstop Super Bowl runs 03:40 Will Mahomes be ready for Week 1, 2026? 06:05 Burrow comparison and rehab mentality 06:50 The silver lining: Chiefs forced to evolve 07:12 The offense is stale and outdated 10:10 Mahomes pressing, drops, and no explosiveness 12:24 Play the kids or ride the vets? 15:08 Draft position and the “one-time pass” season 16:18 Travis Kelce: retire or run it back? 20:45 RB plans: draft vs splash signing 27:04 Watson vs McDuffie — the cornerback dilemma 31:25 Will the Chiefs add an outside offensive voice? 36:18 WR coaching, accountability, and dropped passes 39:35 How much elite football does Chris Jones have left? 43:14 Should Brett Veach take full control? 45:47 Can Spags modernize the pass rush? 48:23 Final thoughts + what defines the next Mahomes era~~~~~~~~~~Download the Underdog app today, sign up with promo code ARROWHEADADDICT to score A HUNDRED DOLLARS in Bonus Entries when you play your first FIVE dollars - that’s promo code ARROWHEADADDICTUnderdog – Make picks, win moneyMust be 18+ (19+ in Alabama & Nebraska; 19+ in Colorado for some games; 21+ in Arizona, Massachusetts & Virginia) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. See assets.underdogfantasy.com/web/PlayandGetTerms_DFS_.html for details. Offer not valid in Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org. In New York, call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369)~~~~~~~~~~For a limited time, save on the perfect gift by visiting AuraFrames.com to get $35 off Aura’s best-selling Carver Matframes - named #1 by Wirecutter - by using promo code ARROWHEAD at checkout. That’s A-U-R-A Frames.com promo code ARROWHEAD. This deal is exclusive to listeners and frames sell outfast, so order yours now to get it in time for the holidays! Support the show by mentioning us at checkout! Terms and conditions apply.Exclusive $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/ARROWHEAD.Promo Code: ARROWHEAD~~~~~~~~~~ Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/2j0wk8zx #CashAppPodCash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.~~~~~~~~~~ BECOME A MEMBER to Arrowhead Addict on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ArrowheadAddictPodcast?sub_confirmation=1BECOME A MEMBER of Arrowhead Addict to earn sub badges for the live shows, early access to videos, an invite to the Arrowhead Addict discord, and much much more. Join with the link below! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3CdquRsu60VZcbGMfr1WgQ/joinMERCH? https://arrowhead-addict.creator-spring.com/SOCIALhttps://www.tiktok.com/@arrowheadaddictpodhttps://x.com/ArrowheadAddicthttps://x.com/priceacarterhttps://x.com/chris_ains32#ChiefsKingdom #ArrowheadAddict #PatrickMahomes #ChiefsFootball #NFLPodcast #ChiefsDraft #KCChiefs #GoChiefsOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/arrowhead-addict-a-kansas-city-chiefs-podcast6419/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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