Kansas City’s 0-2 start jolts the Mahomes era with uncharted territory after a Super Bowl run. Historical odds since 1990 place playoff probability around 12% for 0-2 teams, a figure not improved by the 2020 14-team expansion. KC’s path hinges on rediscovering balance: Mahomes with a thinner receiving corps, notably Rashee Rice suspended six games and Xavier Worthy sidelined, must lean on Travis Kelce while the defense tightens. The schedule lightens in the second half, but wins must come soon, starting with the Giants and a stretch that tests the Chiefs’ resilience and rotation depth.

Kept afloat by a favorable home slate against Ravens, Lions and Commanders, Kansas City still needs three wins in four against Ravens, Lions, Commanders, and Bills to keep realistic playoff odds. The week-to-week calculus matters more than ever, as KC navigates back from a rough early phase with a tighter offense and a hopeful return of top pass catchers. The long runway remains daunting, but the door isn’t closed yet.

Drake Maye delivered the most efficient performance of his Patriots tenure, going 19-of-23 for 230 yards with two touchdowns and adding a rushing score in a road win over Miami. New England balanced the attack early and kept the Dolphins on their heels with smart, accurate throws and mobility.

Stevenson had 5 receptions for 88 yards and 11 carries for 54, while Hooper, Boutte, Gibson and Douglas supplied timely options. Moses struggled up front, but the unit overall found rhythm and a blueprint for continued fantasy upside.