Patrick Mahomes will start Kansas City’s preseason opener against Arizona, slated to play a full quarter before four alternates enter: Gardner Minshew, Bailey Zappe, and Chris Oladokun. The plan mirrors a focused ramp-up after last season’s Super Bowl loss, signaling the Chiefs’ intent to sharpen timing and rhythm. The buzz around “Polo Patrick” kicked off with a cheeky X post showing the QB arriving at State Farm Stadium, sparking fan reactions about leadership, swagger, and the value of extra live reps in August. Fantasy managers should note the staged workload, but Mahomes remains the clear top yards, TDs, and fantasy ceiling. The Cardinals provide a test course for KC’s offense to polish the game-day tempo and chemistry ahead of the regular season.