Gardner Minshew will have a big opportunity to show that he can still be a starting quarterback in the NFL when the Kansas City Chiefs face the Tennessee Titans. After it was confirmed that Patrick Mahomes is out for the entire season due to a knee injury, the former Colts player will be in charge for the final three games.
Andy Reid has publicly stated that he has full confidence in Minshew and is even grateful that a veteran with his experience is on the roster to face such a difficult situation. Considering that Mahomes could take up to nine months to recover, Gardner could be auditioning to remain on the roster next year.
The Chiefs will likely enter a rebuilding process since Travis Kelce is considering retirement, and some players like Trent McDuffie could be traded. It will be a long road to become Super Bowl contenders again.
Who got injured with Chiefs?
Jaylon Moore and Jawaan Taylor are injured with the Kansas City Chiefs and have not practiced ahead of the game against the Tennessee Titans. Bad news for Gardner Minshew, who will play behind a depleted offensive line that has already lost Josh Simmons.
Gardner Minshew replaces Patrick Mahomes as QB1
Gardner Minshew is fighting in these three games for the opportunity to earn a contract extension, and if Patrick Mahomes does not recover, he could become the Chiefs’ QB1 when the offseason begins. He would be part of an open competition with any new player coming in through the draft or free agency.
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Chiefs’ injury report
Trent McDuffie was limited in practice due to his knee injury, Rashee Rice has not practiced after suffering a concussion, and Chris Jones was a limited participant because of a hamstring injury. With the Chiefs eliminated from the playoffs, it wouldn’t be worth risking these stars.
