Patrick Mahomes is gearing up for a big game against the Buffalo Bills for the conference title. He’ll have nearly all of his teammates healthy and ready, but he’ll also have an extra weapon recently announced as available for this crucial matchup, where the Kansas City Chiefs are fighting for a spot in another Super Bowl.
According to information shared by Air Meirov, Mahomes’ extra weapon will be wide receiver Justyn Ross, who will be elevated to the active roster. As a result, Ross will be another option for the Chiefs to make plays against the Bills’ dangerous defense.
In the 2024 season, Justyn Ross didn’t catch a single pass despite making two appearances on the Chiefs’ roster. However, during 2023, he had a slightly more prominent role, appearing in 10 games and catching 6 of 11 passes for a total of 53 yards. Ross has yet to score a touchdown with the Chiefs.
The Chiefs are expected to have no significant absences in the receivers room for the AFC Championship game. According to the injury report, the franchise did not list any players as injured or in a questionable status ahead of the matchup against the Bills, which came as a surprise to many.
Top Receivers Available for Mahomes Against the Bills
Xavier Worthy will be Mahomes’ main weapon in the Chiefs’ offense. With 6 touchdowns and 59 receptions this season, Worthy is one of Mahomes’ most reliable targets. Tight end Travis Kelce, who often operates as a receiver, has also been instrumental this season, with 97 receptions.
Chiefs’ Offense Not the Most Powerful in the AFC
Making it to the AFC Championship game is a significant achievement for the Chiefs, especially considering they aren’t the most explosive offense. Currently, they rank 15th out of 32 teams, averaging 22.6 points per game. In contrast, the Bills boast the second-highest and most lethal offense in the league, averaging 30.9 points per game.