The honeymoon for the Mahomes family might be hitting a wall. Things look great in Kansas City right now. The Chiefs sit at 5-0 after a 22-6 win over the Chargers on Sunday, October 18. Patrick Mahomes looks sharp. The team has completely moved past that 6-11 disaster from 2025. But don’t get too comfortable. The easy part of the schedule is officially over.
The End of the Easy Wins
Everything has been smooth sailing lately. The Chiefs have climbed to the top of the AFC. However, MARCA reports that the team has mostly played easy opponents like the Colts, Dolphins, and Chargers. They haven’t faced real adversity yet this year. The wins haven’t always been pretty, either. Aside from a blowout against Denver, most of these victories have been gritty. They barely beat the Raiders and Colts by three points. Even against the winless Dolphins, they struggled to pull away.
A Brutal Road Trip Ahead
The schedule is about to get much harder. The next two games are on the road against elite defenses. This stretch could change the vibe in the Mahomes household very quickly. Per MARCA, the Chiefs are heading to Seattle on Sunday, October 25, to face the Seahawks. They follow that with a trip to Denver. After those two tough tests, the schedule stays heavy. They have to travel to Atlanta, Buffalo, Los Angeles, and Cincinnati in the coming weeks. It’s a gauntlet.
The Kenneth Walker Factor
This Seattle game is a massive test for the offense. It’s basically the Ken Walker Bowl. The Chiefs have found success with Kenneth Walker III, who has become an MVP candidate. According to Yahoo Sports, Walker has transformed from an inconsistent player into a “grinder” who makes big plays. The Seahawks let him walk, and now they have to pay the price. Seattle’s run game has been “close to pathetic” without him. If the Chiefs’ offense hits a wall against the Seattle defense, the 5-0 start might be a thing of the past.
