A sufficient reinforcement or a risky gamble?
However, his backup role throughout his career raises uncertainty about his ability to take on a starting position effectively.
Adding to this concern is the loss of veteran guard Joe Thuney due to salary cap constraints, leaving a difficult gap to fill in protecting the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback.

The NFL Draft, the key to strengthening Mahomes protection and elevating the Kansas City Chiefs
With Moore, Wanya Morris, and Kingsley Suamataia as the current options at left tackle, confidence in a solid protection plan is far from absolute for the Kansas City Chiefs.
Speculation suggests that Suamataia may shift to guard to replace Thuney, leaving Morris, who struggled last season, as the primary backup. This scenario is hardly ideal for a franchise aiming to remain dominant in the NFL.
Many analysts predict the Kansas City will select a left tackle in the Draft, with prospects like Josh Conerly Jr. and Josh Simmons on their radar.
Adding a talented rookie could not only create internal competition but also provide Mahomes with the protection he needs to perform at his best.
The Kansas City Chiefs have made significant moves in free agency, but the job is far from done. If they want another championship ring, reinforcing the offensive line isn’t just an option, it’s an urgent necessity.