Andy Reid and the Kansas City Chiefs continue adding depth to the quarterback position, trying to have the ideal replacement ready in case Patrick Mahomes suffers an injury. After signing Gardner Minshew, another backup has joined them, according to a report by Tom Pelissero.
“The Chiefs are re-signing QB Bailey Zappe to a one-year deal, per source. So Kansas City’s QB room now includes Patrick Mahomes, Gardner Minshew and Zappe, the former #Patriots draft pick who finished last season in KC.”
After the Super Bowl loss to the Eagles, Carson Wentz had no intention of returning in the same backup quarterback role, so the team’s front office had to act as quickly as possible.
Who is the Chiefs’ new backup quarterback?
Gardner Minshew and Bailey Zappe will compete in training camp for the backup quarterback spot for the Kansas City Chiefs. In recent years, it has been proven that this position is key to the success of any team.
For example, in the 2024 season, when the Dolphins lost Tua Tagovailoa to a concussion, they didn’t have the ideal quarterback to keep them in the playoff race. If Mahomes were to get injured, they would need a reliable man behind him.