Chiefs Announcer Confirms Andy Reid’s Feelings on Helping Joe Burrow’s Bengals as HC Rests Patrick Mahomes and Co.
The NFL regular season is reaching its climax. And as Andy Reid’s Kansas City Chiefs face the Broncos head-on in week 18, the hype around the game grows. And why not? It’s going to impact the 7th seed in the AFC. The Chiefs’ announcer revealed a shocking fact about Reid and his plan.
While sharing thoughts on current situations in the NFL and playoffs race on 96.5 The Fan, the Chiefs announcer Mitch Holthus updated what’s going on in Andy Reid’s mind right now. When asked about the Chiefs-Broncos matchup, Holthus said, “Andy Reid wants to win this game.” Alright, this can clear the hazy picture of whether the Chiefs’ HC wants to help Joe Burrow‘s Bengals or not.
In fact, Mitch has talked about this on the same radio podcast (96.5 The Fan). When the announcer was asked, “I know you think it’s kinda ridiculous but somehow people have this notion that the Chiefs are hoping Cincinnati doesn’t make the playoffs cause they don’t wanna potentially running into ’em, [what’s your thoughts on that?]” And Holthus replied, “That’s a most nonsensical thing somebody can say.”
Mitchell Holthus continued, “Andy Reid has proven because he’s played everybody. Who’s he not played in the playoffs and beaten in New England with Brady? He’s done it and he’s not arrogant.” The announcer also added, “Chiefs will stay sharp. Trust me. This quarterback, this coach… they will stay sharp.” This can be a clear indication not just for the Bengals but for the playoff contenders too. The Reid and Co. want nothing short of winning the Super Bowl again.
Andy Reid’s unusual move before playoffs
The Chiefs are absolutely locked in. And no one can doubt their 21 wins in the past 22 games. After they became the 1st seed in the AFC and clinched the playoff spot, the responsibility on the HC increased. But he knows the ins and outs of the game no one can understand and taking an apparently weird step is like his characteristic strength.
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CBS Sports confirmed that Andy Reid is resting the starter player for the match-up with the Denver Broncos. And that includes Patrick Mahomes alongside other key players like tight end Travis Kelce and defensive tackle Chris Jones. Fox Sports’ Peter Schrager reports that “Mahomes isn’t suiting up for Week 18.” That’s not even a surprise as they will need him in the playoffs.
No wonder the Chiefs have selected Carson Wentz to do Mahomes’s job in the week 18 game. That might be because of Showtime’s ankle injury, which he had in week 15. However, he played in the next two games, but this could be an opportunity to rest.
Well! The Chiefs are eyeing the rare 3-peat this season. And they need all big guns ready for the final road to the Super Bowl. All set for only one thing- Playoffs.