Fantasy Footballers on Patrick Mahomes

PodcastWeek 1 Matchups + Fantasy FACEOFF! - Fantasy Football Podcast for 9/11September 11, 2026

From the episode

There's no chance I would start him in a single quarterback league. ... off the knee, I'm just, I'm just holding onto him on my bench.

Mentioned at 68:23 – 70:41

STACKED’s take

Negative signalProjection

Bench Mahomes in Week 1 due to knee injury and tough matchup.

The source advises against starting Patrick Mahomes in single-quarterback leagues for Week 1, citing his recovery from a knee injury and the difficulty of the matchup against Denver.

Patrick MahomesQB · KCPlayer page — value, ADP, projections, and every insight

Patrick MahomesNegativeProjection

Mahomes' arm talent forces defenses into difficult coverage choices against the run-heavy Chiefs.

Bolts From The Blue

Patrick MahomesNegativeProjection

Mahomes anchors elite Chiefs offense rebuilt with discipline and running-game identity.

Yahoo Sports NFL

Patrick MahomesPositiveProjection

Mahomes back in MVP form despite receiving corps injuries.

Yahoo Sports NFL

Patrick MahomesPositiveProjection

Mahomes back in MVP form despite receiving corps losses to Thornton and Rice

Arrowhead Pride

Patrick MahomesPositiveNews

“In training camp, Allen was one of the most impressive players, as he was able to quickly build timing and chemistry with Mahomes.”

32BeatWriters

Patrick MahomesPositiveMatchup

Mahomes favored to lead Chiefs past depleted Chargers.

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