Further clarity on the situation came on Wednesday morning on First Take where Smith helpfully laid out what Mahomes needs to ...

With every loss comes drama and scrutiny, and that’s exactly what happened the morning after the Kansas City Chiefs were ...

PEBBLE BEACH—Alex Smith initially didn’t realize that Thursday marked seven years to the day he got traded from the Kansas City Chiefs to make way for Patrick Mahomes’ championship spree.

When Mahomes was drafted in 2017, he sat behind Alex Smith as he led the Chiefs to a 9-6 record, and Patrick managed one game in his rookie season (22 for 35 with 284 yards, one interception).

Stephen A. Smith says Patrick Mahomes will be the G.O.A.T. with a win in Super Bowl 59 It's easy to be annoyed with Smith a lot of the time because his takes can be pretty ridiculous, but Chiefs ...

The Chiefs moved on from Alex Smith (left) after the 2017 NFL season, handing the quarterback reins to Patrick Mahomes. KC Star file photo Think about that a moment: Smith went on to lead the NFL ...

As fans continue to use Tom Brady's success as the bar for Patrick Mahomes, Stephen A. Smith revealed how the Chiefs star could finally set himself out of the consensus GOAT's shadow. Brady's ...

Patrick Mahomes' journey ... while veteran quarterback Alex Smith led the team. Reid has since emphasized that this decision played a crucial role in Mahomes’ growth and eventual dominance.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) shakes hands with fans after defeating the Houston Texans in a 2025 AFC divisional round game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. / Jay ...

he’s taking Josh Allen over three-time Super Bowl MVP Mahomes. Smith explained: “Patrick Mahomes in terms of resume and accomplishments, better. But in this game, I don’t think you can say ...