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ArticleThe Good and the Bad from the Chiefs’ loss to BroncosNovember 4, 2026

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The play is designed for Jalen Royals and Xavier Worthy to win on whip routes. Royals and Worthy can't win against man coverage at all and had zero chance of getting open.

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Royals can't win against man coverage; snap share expected to decline.

Jalen Royals was designed to win on whip routes on a third-and-2 play but had zero chance of getting open against man coverage. The source criticizes the play design and expects Royals' snaps to go down once Rashee Rice gets healthier.

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Jalen RoyalsNegativeRole

Royals can't win against man coverage; source questions why Chiefs design plays for him.

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The only good thing about this is that we might get to see Joe Milton start an NFL regular season game at some point this season Get well soon Jalen...

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Jalen RoyalsNegativeBust

Royals is not a viable pass-catching option for Chiefs' offense.

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Jalen RoyalsNeutralUsage

Royals' 22-snap role trails Allen's 30 snaps despite more run-blocking involvement.

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Jalen RoyalsNegativeUsage

Jalen Royals' route count declined versus Seahawks game.

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