He explained that this debate “is centered on whether the Chiefs need their next backup quarterback to be a veteran with as much experience as someone like Chase Daniel” - who has a similar track record as Chad Henne - or if Mahomes has outgrown that need.Ĭontinuing: “Mahomes, a seven-year veteran, is in the prime of his career and spent the past six seasons receiving additional advice and tips from three veteran quarterbacks with different perspectives in Henne, Matt Moore and Alex Smith.” He may no longer require a mentor based on his growth, however, there is one trait that Veach appears to be targeting.Ĭhiefs GM Brett Veach Homing in on Football IQ for Backup QB Role Taylor added that there’s a “fun debate” occurring among head coach Andy Reid, general manager Brett Veach, offensive coordinator Matt Nagy, and their respective staffs.
The Athletic’s Nate Taylor confirmed that suspicion during an article on March 3, informing: “According to multiple league sources, the Chiefs are interested in adding a veteran at the position, someone who will compete with Buechele and Oladokun for the role during training camp and the preseason.” There has been a rumor circulating Chiefs Kingdom that Kansas City is looking to bring in competition at the backup quarterback position behind Patrick Mahomes II.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterbacks Patrick Mahomes II, Chad Henne and Shane Buechele (left to right) chat during 2021 training camp.
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