Chargers lean on a pass‑heavy attack in Week 2 vs. the Raiders, using quick, efficient throws to extend drives with Rashawn Slater out. Herbert targets Keenan Allen and Quentin Johnston, who flashed big‑play upside, while Omarion Hampton anchors the backfield at about a 60‑40 split with Najee Harris ramping up. With Bosa out, Tuli Tuipulotu steps in to spearhead the rush alongside Khalil Mack. Tre’ Harris and Marlowe Wax emerge as under‑the‑radar difference makers for Monday night.

Chiefs open in Sao Paulo with a retooled left side, Simmons at left tackle and Kingsley Suamataia at left guard, flanked by Creed Humphrey, Trey Smith and Jawaan Taylor. Last season KC surrendered 36 sacks, a career worst, so the new trio aims to stabilize Patrick Mahomes against Khalil Mack and Tuli Tuipulotu in a season-opening test vs the Chargers. If the line holds, Mahomes should see cleaner pockets and a return to elite fantasy output.

Preseason chatter around Simmons’ readiness and Suamataia’s knee rehab backs Kansas City’s faith up front. Reid called Simmons franchise-level potential, while Mahomes and GM Brett Veach stress development and cohesion. A solved blind side could boost targets for KC’s weapons, making Mahomes, Kelce and the backfield even more appealing in fantasy this season.

Kansas City opens abroad with a reworked left side: Kingsley Suamataia at left guard and Josh Simmons at left tackle, flanked by Creed Humphrey, Trey Smith and Jawaan Taylor. Mahomes faces a fierce Chargers front, a reminder of last season’s 36 sacks and a Super Bowl six-pack. Simmons has impressed in preseason, giving Chiefs faith that protection will improve and unlock more downfield chances for the MVP.