Chiefs depth concerns surface after Seattle showcase as Kansas City enters the season with questions beyond its star core. Sky Moore remains a bright spot in the offense, not sliding down the depth chart and flashing on a memorable punt return that hints at a continued special-teams and playmaking role. Rashee Rice sits in the top six among receivers, but a looming suspension and the roster scrum raise questions about early-season usage and roster construction. Jaylen Watson and Christian Fulton head a healthy corner tandem, while Nick Bolton, Chris Jones, and Drew Tranquil provide stability in the front seven, albeit with obvious rotational needs to manage snaps.

On the line, Kingsley Suamataia lands as the preferred left guard option, but the coaching staff is weighing Kingsley’s development against Caliendo’s floor and Josh Simmons’ rookie ceiling. Gardner Minshew offers veteran insurance and enhances the floor for Mahomes’ offense, while the running back room remains a multi-headed puzzle behind Pacheco and Hunt. The team is carrying developmental linemen and a leaner, highly-rotational defensive front, signaling a readiness to lean on coaching and depth to survive injuries as the season unfolds.