Well, that Super Bowl loss to the Eagles was a tough one for Chiefs fans, and it’s got some folks saying some not-so-nice things about Patrick Mahomes. Some are even going so far as to say he’s overrated! Now, I’m not ready to throw in the towel on Mahomes just yet, but it’s true that this wasn’t his best game, and it does raise some questions about his overall game.
Remember, this is a guy who came into the league with a ton of hype. He went from a relatively unknown prospect out of Texas Tech to a Super Bowl MVP and arguably the best quarterback in the league in just a few short years. He’s got the arm talent, the athleticism, and the highlight-reel plays that make everyone go “wow.”
But those highlight plays can sometimes mask some underlying issues. And in this Super Bowl, against a tough Eagles defense, those issues were exposed. Mahomes struggled against their Cover 4 defense, and the pressure got to him. He threw two interceptions, got sacked six times, and just didn’t look comfortable out there.
Now, some folks might say that this was just one game, and that Mahomes is still a young quarterback with plenty of room to grow. And that’s true. But it’s also true that we’ve seen some cracks in his game this season. His turnover-worthy play percentage was up, and his adjusted completion percentage was the lowest of his career.
Plus, there have been reports that he relies heavily on Travis Kelce to help him read defenses. As Kelce gets older, that could become a bigger problem for Mahomes.
So, is Mahomes overrated? I’m not ready to say that just yet. But it’s clear that he’s not invincible. He’s got some weaknesses that good defenses can exploit, and he needs to continue to develop as a quarterback if he wants to stay at the top of his game.
The good news is that Mahomes is still young and has plenty of time to improve. He’s got the talent and the drive to be one of the best quarterbacks in NFL history. But this Super Bowl loss was a wake-up call. He needs to take a hard look at his game and work on those weaknesses if he wants to lead the Chiefs back to the promised land.
