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Chiefs Evaluate Mahomes' Status, Trade for Fields as Backup

3/29/2026

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The Kansas City Chiefs assess Patrick Mahomes' Week 1 readiness after a workout video.
The team avoids rushing his return to protect his long-term health.
After losing Gardner Minshew, Kansas City traded for Justin Fields as backup.
Coach Andy Reid said Fields can win games if Mahomes is not ready.

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The Kansas City Chiefs assess Patrick Mahomes' Week 1 readiness after a workout video.
The team avoids rushing his return to protect his long-term health.
After losing Gardner Minshew, Kansas City traded for Justin Fields as backup.
Coach Andy Reid said Fields can win games if Mahomes is not ready.