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Yahoo Fantasy Football fantasy football takes on Patrick Mahomes
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All Yahoo Fantasy Football insights about Patrick Mahomes
NegativeRoleOct 27, 2026
The Chiefs have a pass-catcher problem that prevented them from reaching the red zone for the first time in Mahomes' entire career in Week 7. There were four drops with room to run on each, and Mahomes had to work for the yardage they did hold on to. Additionally, Mahomes was without his top OTs: Josh Simmons is trending towards never playing another snap for the Chiefs, and his backup is holding on for dear life with too many whiffs, bull rush pressures, and an inability to pick up a stunter on tape. The fill-in right tackle was equally bad, though Jaylon Moore (concussion) will return sometime soon. There's not a lot to support Mahomes in pure dropback passes right now, and the hits and extra time sprinting around will pile up.NegativeProjectionOct 27, 2026
Mahomes was dragged down by the Seahawks defense in a historically poor offensive performance; the Chiefs had the fewest points (3), yards (213), and first downs (11) in any start over his career. The source notes that Mahomes is being held back by weak weapons around him and will need more help from the offense, as too much pressure is currently on Walker's shoulders.NegativeProjectionOct 27, 2026
Mahomes acknowledged the troubling 20-3 loss to Denver but expressed confidence in the team's ability to learn and improve. He emphasized the importance of film study and adjustments for the upcoming game against the Broncos, stating the team will be 'full steam ahead, trying to do our best to find a way to win this next week.'NegativeMatchupOct 23, 2026
After starting the season with two straight top-10 fantasy results, Mahomes hasn't cracked the QB1 range in his last three games (QB20, QB13, QB23). Injuries to his receiving corps and offensive line have been a problem and could be exposed even more when he travels to Seattle. The Seahawks defense allows the fewest passing yards and the second fewest fantasy points to quarterbacks. It's also worth noting Mahomes isn't running as much coming off the ACL last season; after averaging over 30 rushing yards per contest in 2025, he's down to 11 yards per game this year.NegativeMatchupOct 23, 2026
The Kansas City offense officially runs through Kenneth Walker III now, and the Seahawks have the nastiest defense in the NFL with a legitimate home-field advantage. Mahomes probably won't have Rashee Rice (hamstring) this week either.NegativeBustOct 23, 2026
Mahomes is a fade in Week 7 against Seattle despite his pedigree. He scored just 11.48 fantasy points against the Chargers last week with no touchdowns and one interception, and hasn't exceeded 17 fantasy points in any of his last three games even in favorable matchups against Miami and Las Vegas. Seattle allows league lows in passing yards per game (156.8), yards per attempt (5.2), and explosive pass rate (7.5%), plus fewest yards after catch per game (81.7); 62% of Mahomes' 2026 production has come on YAC (third-highest among QBs). Rashee Rice's hamstring injury looks unlikely to resolve, the receiving corps is banged up, and Kansas City is leaning heavily on the ground game. Even with a decent performance, upside is severely limited on the road at Lumen Field.NegativeProjectionOct 22, 2026
Mahomes is the Fade of the Week despite the Chiefs being undefeated; he hasn't topped 17 fantasy points in any of his last three games after a fast start, and injuries to his receivers haven't helped. The Seahawks need this game badly and their defense is allowing the fewest passing yards and third fewest FPPG to opposing QBs. While temper expectations on the road against Mike McDonald's defense, with Byes and injuries he might still be a necessary start.NegativeMatchupOct 22, 2026
Mahomes faces the Seahawks in Week 7, a poor matchup for fantasy production. Rashee Rice is still not practicing, leaving Xavier Worthy and 37-year-old Travis Kelce as a below-average receiving duo. No quarterback has reached 200 passing yards against Seattle this season. Mahomes hasn't run much this year either, with just 34 rushing yards over four games since Week 1 (when he had seven carries for 23 yards and a score). His fantasy production has been buoyed by multiple passing touchdowns or at least 270 passing yards in every game, which is unlikely against Seattle. Mahomes is outside the top-12 fantasy rankings this week. While Saquon Barkley would start Mahomes over McKee, their pass yards props are within six yards of each other, and only McKee is currently available on every waiver wire.NegativeValueOct 21, 2026
Patrick Mahomes II holds a rest-of-season trade value of 206, ranking fourth among quarterbacks despite his historical elite status.PositiveProjectionOct 21, 2026
Mahomes' EPA per dropback in obvious passing situations has improved from -0.17 to 0.29 compared to last year, driven by Walker's presence as a credible threat out of the backfield; he's achieving this with fewer scrambles and while needing fewer yards to convert on third down (7.0 in 2025 vs. 6.6 in 2026).NegativeProjectionOct 21, 2026
Mahomes has fewer passing yards per game than Kirk Cousins and is averaging fewer fantasy points per game than Bryce Young, reflecting a shift in the Chiefs' offensive identity toward the running game with Kenneth Walker III rather than a decline in Mahomes' ability.NegativeProjectionOct 21, 2026
Patrick Mahomes is not The Engine of the Kansas City offense in the current reality, a departure from usual perception. Despite the Chiefs being one of three undefeated teams after Week 6, Mahomes has fewer passing yards per game than Kirk Cousins, Bryce Young is averaging more fantasy points per game than he is, and Jacoby Brissett has accounted for the same number of TDs. The source notes this represents a tangent from the usual AFC West juggernaut narrative, with the road to Super Bowl LXI still expected to go through Arrowhead but with Mahomes not driving the offense as typically expected.NegativeProjectionOct 19, 2026
Mahomes is the quintessential case of 'NFL success doesn't always equal fantasy success.' The Chiefs are 5-0 and Mahomes threw multiple touchdown passes in each of his first four games, but after totaling more than 50 fantasy points in Weeks 1 and 2, he's averaged just 15.14 per game since Week 3 and scored a season-low 11.48 in Week 6. The primary issue is that he doesn't need to carry the offense anymore—Kenneth Walker III has that job. He threw one interception and zero touchdowns against the Chargers, but the Chiefs still won 22-6 as Walker racked up 128 yards and two touchdowns on the ground. While Mahomes will still be a QB1 (he was QB7 in points per game through Week 5), outings like this showcase why he likely won't be the every-week star he has been in years past. He can still be started most weeks, particularly in high-scoring and close contests, but with the Seahawks, Broncos, and Jets on the horizon, streaming alternatives should be considered for the near future, or he could be traded on name value. If he's on another team, Week 10 is when to consider trading for him.PositiveMatchupOct 18, 2026
Patrick Mahomes faces a Chargers offense ranked 25th in total offense (29th in passing) with quarterback Justin Herbert struggling at one of the league's lowest-ranked passer positions; the Chiefs defense has allowed the third-fewest rushing yards and rank 10th in passing yards allowed, positioning Mahomes favorably in a potential blowout scenario.NegativeMatchupOct 16, 2026
Mahomes faces one of his weakest spots of the year against the Chargers, who rank ninth in EPA per dropback allowed. The game total has fallen to 41.5 (down five points from opening) and the Chiefs' team total dropped 2.5 points to 24.5, with the Colts, Falcons, and Packers all offering higher team totals. While Mahomes remains a QB1, this is a notably unfavorable matchup.NegativeRoleOct 15, 2026
Implied to be out or unavailable, as Mayfield is starting in his place for the Chiefs.NegativeValueOct 14, 2026
Patrick Mahomes II holds a rest-of-season trade value of 145, placing him below the top tier of quarterbacks in trade market valuations.PositiveProjectionOct 7, 2026
Mahomes is offering up his best season as a downfield thrower in years on the Chiefs, who have improved from rank 17 to 4 (+13 spots). The passing game is dealing with wide receiver injuries but Mahomes' improved downfield play should support fantasy production.NegativeValueOct 7, 2026
Patrick Mahomes II carries a rest-of-season trade value of 145, matching Dak Prescott in the mid-tier quarterback tier.NegativeProjectionOct 7, 2026
Patrick Mahomes faced consistent pressure in Kansas City's Week 4 win over Las Vegas but the Chiefs continued winning, suggesting resilience despite defensive challenges.PositiveProjectionOct 6, 2026
Mahomes looks healthy and pretty good after tearing his ACL on Dec. 14 and returning nine months later; the source notes concerns about his availability at the start of the season have subsided, and he's leading the 4-0 Chiefs who are third in DVOA and fourth in EPA on offense.NegativeProjectionOct 5, 2026
Mahomes faces a complicated QB1 case due to the Chiefs' receiver injuries and depth crisis. With Thornton and Rice sidelined and only unproven young options like Jalen Royals and Cyrus Allen available, Mahomes lacks reliable targets despite Kenneth Walker opening passing lanes.PositiveProjectionOct 4, 2026
Mahomes returned from a torn ACL and led the Chiefs to a 4-0 record with a clutch 30-27 victory over the Raiders. He threw multiple touchdown passes including a 55-yard completion to Tyquan Thornton late in the fourth quarter that set up the game-winning drive, demonstrating his ability to execute in high-pressure situations with less than five minutes remaining.PositiveProjectionOct 1, 2026
Ranked 3rd in Week 4 QB rankings with 20 projected points at Las Vegas.NegativeValueSep 30, 2026
Mahomes is priced at $17 in the Shuffle Up tier of 'Legitimate Building Blocks,' positioned as a foundational QB option for the rest of season.PositiveValueSep 30, 2026
Patrick Mahomes II carries a rest-of-season trade value of 166, reflecting his status as a premium quarterback asset despite recent performance trends.NegativeRoleSep 29, 2026
Patrick Mahomes is leading the 3-0 Chiefs, but the source expresses concern about the passing offense around him, noting that there is not much else around him for Mahomes to work with beyond Kenneth Walker, who is carrying the offense.PositiveProjectionSep 25, 2026
Mahomes put to bed any doubts about his recovery from knee surgery, throwing for 382 yards—his highest single-game total since 2023; featured as a top QB performer in the Yahoo Fantasy x Arena Club Slab Packs.NegativeProjectionSep 24, 2026
Patrick Mahomes has 20.2 projected points in Week 3 against Miami.PositiveProjectionSep 24, 2026
Ranked 4th in Week 3 after returning to top-five status; the Dolphins' defense is described as 'off-the-charts bad.' Mahomes' skill corps has improved with the addition of RB Kenneth Walker III and the reunion of OC Eric Bieniemy, putting his weapons in much better position to succeed.PositiveProjectionSep 23, 2026
Mahomes is officially back with Eric Bieniemy's return as offensive coordinator. In five seasons with Bieniemy (2018-22), Mahomes averaged 4,791.4 passing yards and 38.4 passing touchdowns per campaign; in three seasons without him, he averaged 3,899.3 passing yards and 25 touchdowns. With Bieniemy back and Mahomes continuing to get comfortable on his surgically repaired knee, he should finish the 2026 season as a top-10 fantasy quarterback at minimum.PositiveProjectionSep 22, 2026
Mahomes has quelled pre-season concerns about his torn ACL recovery by logging three total touchdowns in each of his first two games while showing off more explosive, down-the-field playmaking ability after reuniting with Eric Bieniemy. The Dolphins have allowed the seventh-most FPPG to quarterbacks and have a thin defense that Mahomes should easily exploit in Week 3.PositiveRoleSep 22, 2026
Patrick Mahomes is benefiting from the Chiefs' newfound offensive balance with Kenneth Walker's strong running game; Mahomes noted that Walker's performance is making defenses have to account for the run, which is helping the entire offense and allowing the Chiefs to threaten 200-yard rushing performances.NegativeMatchupSep 22, 2026
Mahomes benefited from a controversial coaching decision by Shane Steichen in overtime; the Colts chose to kick a field goal on fourth-and-8 rather than go for it, giving Mahomes and the Chiefs the ball with only a field goal needed to win, which they converted.PositiveProjectionSep 20, 2026
Mahomes is looking to take his team to a 2-0 start after Week 1's dominant stomping of the Denver Broncos. The Chiefs' revitalized run game with Kenneth Walker's addition is giving Mahomes room to breathe as he gets off to a slow start in his return from a torn ACL.NegativeProjectionSep 17, 2026
Ranked 13th among QBs in Week 2 with 18.7 projected points at home against Indianapolis.PositiveRoleSep 17, 2026
The source highlights that KW3 (Kansas City's running back) is a transformative player for the Chiefs and fantasy managers, suggesting a shift in offensive approach that may impact quarterback usage and efficiency.NegativeValueSep 16, 2026
Patrick Mahomes II ranks 11th in rest-of-season QB trade value at 105 points, reflecting a lower trade valuation than typical for the Chiefs quarterback.NegativeProjectionSep 15, 2026
Patrick Mahomes is ranked No. 18 in Week 2 fantasy quarterback rankings, facing Indianapolis; status should be double-checked before kickoff.PositiveInjurySep 15, 2026
Mahomes returned to action in Week 1 following a torn ACL suffered in December 2025, with recovery proceeding smoothly enough that he was cleared for the season opener without question by mid-summer. On the Chiefs' opening drive, he demonstrated full mobility by scrambling twice and scoring a 15-yard rushing touchdown, allaying concerns about his ability to run effectively post-injury.PositiveInjurySep 14, 2026
Patrick Mahomes is officially active and set to make his return from a torn ACL that ended his 2025 campaign in Week 15. He suffered the injury in a game where Kansas City was already eliminated from the playoffs, and now returns for the 2026 season opener against Denver.NegativeInjurySep 12, 2026
Mahomes is expected to play in Week 1 despite tearing his left ACL and LCL in December 2025 and may need time to shake off rust, making it fair to assume a slower start than usual. The Broncos have one of the NFL's best defenses and have enjoyed particular success against Mahomes, who hasn't scored multiple touchdowns against Denver since 2022, making it best to steer clear of the two-time MVP in Week 1.NegativeBustSep 11, 2026
Mahomes is expected to start Monday night against Denver despite being just nine months removed from major knee ligament surgery. Historically, Mahomes has struggled against the Broncos under Vance Joseph, averaging 13.2 PPG across four games with three TDs and four INTs, finishing outside the top 10 QBs in fantasy each of the last three matchups. Playing at less than 100% against one of the league's most dangerous defenses, he's well outside QB1 range; streaming options like Jared Goff, Baker Mayfield, Kyler Murray, Tyler Shough, and Bo Nix are preferred, with Mahomes likely finishing closer to QB20 than QB10.NegativeProjectionSep 11, 2026
Mahomes is a tough sell in Week 1 despite being one of the league's best quarterbacks. He posted the fourth-most fantasy points per game last year after a couple down seasons where he finished as the QB11 (2024) and QB12 (2023). His bounce-back occurred due to career-highs on the ground with 422 rushing yards and five touchdowns, which is unlikely to repeat in the first season after a torn ACL suffered in Week 15. Other quarterbacks returning from ACL tears have been hesitant to use their legs the following year. With fewer rushing attempts and so many good quarterbacks to choose from in fantasy, Mahomes is a tough sell in general, and that's even more evident in Week 1 when he squares off with a Broncos team that's held him in check each of the past two seasons.NegativeProjectionSep 11, 2026
Mahomes is a tough sell in Week 1 against the Broncos. While he will always be in the conversation as one of the league's best quarterbacks, fantasy is a different competition. Mahomes posted the fourth-most fantasy points per game last year after a couple down seasons where he finished as the QB11 (2024) and QB12 (2023). His bounce-back occurred due to career-highs on the ground with 422 rushing yards and five touchdowns. It's unlikely he'll repeat those kind of stats in the first season after a torn ACL suffered in Week 15, as other quarterbacks returning from ACL tears have been hesitant to use their legs the following year. With fewer rushing attempts and so many good quarterbacks to choose from in fantasy, Mahomes is a tough sell in general, and that's even more evident in Week 1 when he squares off with a Broncos team that's held him in check each of the past two seasons.NegativeMatchupSep 11, 2026
Denver's defense is a difficult draw and has been especially sharp against Mahomes, holding him to just three touchdown passes against four interceptions over the last four meetings; Mahomes is not getting the ball downfield, with a 6.3 YPA or lower in the last three visits. The source recommends fading him in Week 1 despite his QB1/QB2 draft status.NegativeProjectionSep 11, 2026
The source projects Patrick Mahomes will be outscored by Kenneth Walker in Week 1. Mahomes is returning from a torn ACL and LCL suffered in December and is likely not yet 100% healthy. The Chiefs are expected to lean harder on the run game given Mahomes' injury recovery status and the Broncos' relative vulnerability against the run compared to their elite pass defense.PositiveInjurySep 10, 2026
Mahomes practiced in full on Thursday and is lined up to play against the Broncos on Monday night; if he can't go, veteran Justin Fields would take over.NegativeMatchupSep 10, 2026
Mahomes returns in Week 1 against Denver Broncos, a very good defense that led the NFL with 68 sacks last season. The source notes this is not ideal timing for his first game back, as the Chiefs will likely start an undrafted rookie left tackle (Kahlil Benson) at his blind side, forcing Mahomes to potentially move around less than nine months removed from his torn ACL.PositiveInjurySep 10, 2026
Mahomes returned from torn ACL on normal timetable and is expected to start Week 1 against Denver. At every step of his recovery he has looked right on track, making it back within the normal recovery window for his injury. The source notes he should be fine for the opener.NegativeMatchupSep 9, 2026
Ranking Mahomes outside the top 12 feels like poor process, but ranking him inside the top 12 for an opener vs. a Broncos pass defense that remains one of the league's best is equally problematic. The source thinks a different Chiefs offense will emerge this season, but the Broncos are not the best fantasy testing ground.NegativeProjectionSep 9, 2026
The source notes that Patrick Mahomes kept his fantasy juice through surprising rushing production last year, but this is unlikely to continue after a knee blowout, suggesting a decline in fantasy value.NegativeProjectionSep 8, 2026
Outside the top 15 in Week 1 fantasy quarterback rankings; represents a major surprise in the Week 1 QB rankings.PositiveProjectionSep 8, 2026
Ranked 18th in the source's Week 1 fantasy QB rankings, hosting Denver at home.NegativeProjectionSep 8, 2026
The Broncos have performed well against Mahomes in recent seasons, as he hasn't logged multiple touchdowns in a game against them since 2022. Mahomes is also coming off a torn ACL and LCL in his left knee, so he may need to shake off some rust as he returns to the field. That could lead the Chiefs to operate a run-heavy attack with Kenneth Walker III, which would cap Mahomes' ceiling. The source recommends sitting him in Week 1.NegativeMatchupSep 8, 2026
Faces one of the league's stingier defenses in his first game back from major knee surgery; recommended to bench in Week 1 fantasy lineups.PositiveProjectionSep 4, 2026
Patrick Mahomes ranks eighteenth in the source's Top 32 QB rankings for 2026 fantasy football, placing him in the mid-to-lower tier of quarterback projections.NegativeProjectionSep 4, 2026
Patrick Mahomes will probably run less proactively this year after a major knee injury, and the Kansas City opening schedule is a meat grinder. The source is also not thrilled with the downfield options Mahomes is working with, leading to a fade at the table.NegativeValueSep 3, 2026
Patrick Mahomes is used as a consensus-tier quarterback option that The Homer archetype would dismiss in favor of their favorite team's quarterback; represents the type of elite player that gets passed over by emotionally-driven draft personalities.PositiveValueSep 2, 2026
Mahomes goes as QB15 just outside the top 100 picks. His two worst seasons (2023-2024) averaged 17.5 and 17.7 PPG, both QB12 finishes last year, meaning even his floor pays off his current cost. JJ Zachariason frames this as a bet categorically skewed toward upside: Mahomes averaged over 20 PPG in 2025, and the Chiefs have revamped their offense with Eric Bieniemy returning, Kenneth Walker providing ground-game value, and healthier seasons expected from Xavier Worthy and Rashee Rice.NegativeInjurySep 1, 2026
Mahomes is coming off an ACL tear heading into 2026, which creates uncertainty around the Chiefs passing game and could impact the production of pass catchers like Rashee Rice as Mahomes eases his way back.NegativeProjectionSep 1, 2026
Mahomes scored 21.1 fantasy points per game in 2025, nearly matching Allen's 22 PPG, but the source projects he probably won't run as much as he did in 2025, suggesting a decline in rushing production. The source also notes Mahomes played only 14 games in 2025 and scored 295.7 points despite that limited availability, indicating his ceiling is becoming rarer as defenses clamp down on passing numbers and his athleticism declines with age.PositiveValueSep 1, 2026
The source notes Patrick Mahomes' rapport with Travis Kelce enabled Kelce to play at a 968-yard pace in games started by the franchise QB last season, supporting Kelce's safety as a Round 9 pick.NegativeInjurySep 1, 2026
Mahomes is coming off an ACL tear suffered late in the 2025 season against the Chargers. While all reports about his recovery progress have been positive, the Chiefs could still limit him early in the season and lean on free agent Kenneth Walker III as he regains his legs. Beyond injury risk, concerns include an unreliable receiving corps led by Rashee Rice and aging Travis Kelce, plus declining production since his 2022 MVP season. The source notes there is more risk than usual surrounding the perennial Pro Bowler.NegativeProjectionAug 30, 2026
Ranked 15th overall in Tier IV – Overflow QB1s; positioned as a lower-tier QB1 option for 2026 fantasy drafts.NegativeValueAug 29, 2026
The source recommends taking Mahomes as a mid-to-late-round flier around the QB12 to QB15 range if you believe in his potential, but advises ensuring you have another quality fantasy quarterback on your roster—either an early-round talent like Josh Allen or a mid-round value pick like Dak Prescott or Jared Goff—if you pursue him.NegativeRoleAug 29, 2026
The Chiefs may lean on their running game early in the season to ease Mahomes' workload post-injury. Kansas City signed running back Kenneth Walker III to a lucrative three-year deal in free agency to serve as a workhorse back, so they could lean on Walker early in the season to make life easy on Mahomes. Such an arrangement could cap Mahomes' ceiling.NegativeProjectionAug 29, 2026
The source projects Mahomes as a QB2 in fantasy football for the 2026 season, a significant downgrade from his historical perennial top-five finishes. Over the last three seasons, he has averaged 3,899 passing yards, 25 passing touchdowns, and 12 interceptions, finishing as a top-12 fantasy quarterback in each of those seasons, but this represents a far cry from his earlier elite production.NegativeInjuryAug 29, 2026
Mahomes suffered a torn ACL and LCL in his left knee during Week 15 of the 2025 NFL season; his status for Week 1 of the 2026 campaign was in flux for much of the offseason, though it's looking likely he will be on the field to open the season. However, he may need time to shake off rust and adjust to the new normal with his surgically repaired knee.NegativeInjuryAug 28, 2026
Patrick Mahomes' availability remains day-to-day with no timeline prediction from Andy Reid. The Chiefs offense was already on a downward trend prior to his knee injury despite top-10 passing efficiency marks. Mahomes averaged 3.3 FPPG via scrambles last year with 38.4% resulting in first downs; losing that rushing upside combined with a stale offense diminishes the appeal of rostering the Chiefs' QB1.PositiveValueAug 28, 2026
Rotoworld ranks Mahomes as QB9 versus Yahoo (117), ESPN (95), and Sleeper (106), representing significant value on Yahoo and Sleeper if he falls to the ninth or 10th round. Despite an ACL tear in Week 15 last season, Mahomes has been full-go since training camp and is on track to play in the Chiefs' season opener. He finished last season as fantasy QB4 in fantasy points per game (23.0), his highest since 2022, on pace for 4,356 passing yards and 27 touchdowns with career highs in rushing yards (422) and rushing touchdowns (5), ranking top-10 in total expected fantasy points.NegativeRoleAug 28, 2026
Confirmed out for Kansas City Chiefs preseason Week 3; will be rested ahead of Week 1.PositiveProjectionAug 28, 2026
Patrick Mahomes is projected for 4,000+ passing yards in 2026 at 40% probability; the source notes that if Kansas City is to reclaim its place in the AFC, the offense needs to get back to big plays, and with the Chiefs defense slowing down, Mahomes needs to do more. Eric Bieniemy's offense unlocked the future Hall of Famer in his first stint with KC.NegativeInjuryAug 28, 2026
Patrick Mahomes appears to be on track to return for the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 1 after shredding his knee in December; his health and mobility make or break things for KC in 2026.NegativeBustAug 26, 2026
Patrick Mahomes is a Round 9 fade (2% ADP) because his fantasy stardom last year was driven by a career-high 30.1 rushing yards per game—something to entirely fade while coming back from a torn ACL, even if training camp has gone smoothly. From 2023 to 2024, Mahomes was QB10 (on QB15 EPA per dropback) with a flawed pass-catching group, and that wasn't his fault but it happened while largely healthy. The Chiefs will protect Mahomes with the call sheet and the Kenneth Walker III signing, to the point that total dropbacks could notably decline. There are too many dual-threat QBs or MVP candidate statues who go after Mahomes to make him a priority, especially if fading Rashee Rice.NegativeValueAug 25, 2026
Mahomes at ADP 100 is overpriced relative to Kansas City's offensive decline. The Chiefs ranked 21st and 15th in points over the last two years and 20th and 16th in yards; Mahomes offset passing leakage by running proactively last year, but ACL and LCL tears in Week 15 make scrambling yards unlikely to repeat. Pass-catchers are weak: Rashee Rice is solid underneath but not a downfield weapon, Travis Kelce is entering his age-37 season, Xavier Worthy has struggled to make consistent impact, and Kenneth Walker III may become the steadiest offensive drumbeat. Scott Pianowski argues you can find QB value at almost any draft price point, making Mahomes at Pick 100-105 indefensible.NegativeInjuryAug 24, 2026
Patrick Mahomes is coming off an ACL tear and will find it difficult to repeat his 5.2 rushing PPG from 2025, which was a key driver of his fantasy dominance.PositiveProjectionAug 24, 2026
Patrick Mahomes was a dominant fantasy force in 2025 driven by scrambling and rushing production (5.2 rushing PPG) rather than passing, which remained nearly identical to his other Nagy seasons. With Eric Bieniemy returning as offensive coordinator—the coach who had Mahomes finish as QB1 in his first five starting seasons—there is hope the explosive offense could return despite the ACL tear, giving the Chiefs a shot at another top-five fantasy season.PositiveRoleAug 24, 2026
The source selected Mahomes as QB1 and paired him with Chiefs RB Kenneth Walker III. While this creates negative correlation in fantasy (if Walker scores, Mahomes typically doesn't), the source views it as a strategic advantage: having pieces in both the Chiefs' passing and run games means if Kansas City bounces back as a top-scoring offense in 2026, the roster captures a very big portion of that pie.NegativeValueAug 19, 2026
Patrick Mahomes is ranked No. 18 in the 2026 NFL Top 100 countdown, 13 spots lower than his ranking from the prior summer, indicating a significant drop in peer-voted valuation.