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ArticleScouting the Enemy: Kansas City ChiefsSeptember 11, 2026

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Kansas City also traded a late 2027 draft selection to bring in former first-round quarterback Justin Fields to be the backup to Patrick Mahomes.

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Chiefs acquired Fields as backup QB via trade for late 2027 pick.

The Chiefs traded a late 2027 draft selection to acquire former first-round quarterback Justin Fields to serve as the backup to Patrick Mahomes for the 2026 season.

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Fields' fourth team in four years raises questions about Reid's ability to unlock his potential.

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Justin FieldsNegativeProjection

Ranked #43; on 4th team in 4 years; Reid's last chance to develop him.

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Justin FieldsNegativeProjection

Fields' Week 1 QB2 finish didn't predict his eventual benching in Week 11.

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Justin FieldsPositiveUsage

Fields' poor play negatively impacted Hall's target volume last season.

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Justin FieldsNegativeBust

Fields' $30M guarantee deal aged poorly; benched after 38.7 QBR, then traded away with salary absorption.

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Justin FieldsNegativeBust

Fields' $30M deal aged poorly; Jets failed to build offense around his strengths.

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