Kansas City kept eight wide receivers on the initial 53, signaling a pass‑heavy plan that prioritizes versatility and upside at the position. Rashee Rice, JuJu Smith‑Schuster, Skyy Moore, Xavier Worthy, and Kadarius Toney anchor a deep group, with Elijah Mitchell and dynamic veterans like Robert Tonyan and Mike Edwards in supporting roles. The Chiefs also discussed bringing back certain veterans and using waiver and trade avenues to refine the roster before Week 1.

Kansas City’s preseason showing was ugly but informative. Seattle’s 33-6 win exposed Chiefs holes that fantasy owners will want monitored: the offensive line, especially on pass protection, and run-game depth behind the top tier. Patrick Mahomes sat, Kushioned by Gardner Minshew-led reps, underscoring how volatile the QB depth can be if Mahomes misses time. Kingsley Suamataia struggled in protection, signaling potential shifts to shield Mahomes if this trend persists.

On the bright side, Robert Tonyan flashed as a viable late-round tight end option behind Kelce, grabbing five targets for 41 yards and a TD. Isaiah Pacheco looked healthy and explosive, suggesting he’s a solid cornerstone RB2/3 with role clarity. Sky Moore’s tough night and confidence dip raised questions about upside, while Sky Moore’s path might hinge on improved route polish and quarterback trust.