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Will the Chiefs Get 12 or More Wins in 2024?
Chiefs chase NFL history with a third straight Super Bowl win. With Mahomes and Reid, they aim for over 11.5 wins in 2024 despite challenges
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The Kansas City Chiefs are on the brink of making NFL history. Having won back-to-back Super Bowls and three in the last five years, they’re chasing an unprecedented third consecutive world championship. With Patrick Mahomes leading the charge and Andy Reid’s strategic acumen, the Chiefs are primed for another remarkable season. Will they hit the 12-win mark in 2024?
Having the best quarterback in the league undoubtedly helps the Chiefs maintain their level of success. Mahomes is the ultimate difference-maker and can level things out for Kansas City when situations don’t seem to be going smoothly. Even with an unreliable supporting cast of receivers in 2023-24, Mahomes compiled an elite 51.9% passing success rate and just a 4.1% sack rate in 20 games (including the playoffs) via NextGenStats.
After watching Mahomes carry an offense devoid of consistent pass-catching options—outside of Travis Kelce—the Chiefs have made a concerted effort to improve their receiver room. With additions like Marquise Brown in free agency and Xavier Worthy from this year’s draft, Mahomes now has more weapons at his disposal. Furthermore, Kelce remains a critical piece, leading the team in both target and air yards. With the coaching staff intact, the Chiefs are set for another outstanding season.
The Kansas City Chiefs face an uphill battle to exceed 11.5 wins in the 2024 season despite their formidable lineup and Mahomes’ brilliance. One significant concern is the departure of L’Jarius Sneed, a standout cornerback whose trade to the Tennessee Titans leaves a gap in the Chiefs’ secondary. Sneed’s contributions were crucial to their defensive success, boasting impressive individual stats like 78 tackles, 14 deflections, and two interceptions last season.
Furthermore, as reigning Super Bowl champions, the Chiefs will have a giant target on their backs every game. Every NFL team will bring their A-game, making each contest challenging. Even easier on-paper matchups, like those against the Denver Broncos and Las Vegas Raiders, can result in surprise defeats. Achieving 12 wins in the NFL is a tall order, and while the Chiefs are strong, they don’t necessarily need to hit that mark to remain top contenders. Last year proved that as the Chiefs nonchalantly navigated through the regular season, finishing with 11 wins before turning it on in the playoffs.
It’s difficult to predict the future with any certainty, but the Chiefs certainly have the potential to win 12 or more games, especially in the current 17-game format. The combination of Mahomes’ unparalleled playmaking ability and Reid’s coaching expertise establishes a solid foundation for success.
Ultimately, how the Chiefs handle these challenges will determine their fate. Can they overcome defensive gaps and relentless competition? If they manage to do so, they not only have a strong chance of winning 12 or more games, but they could also be on their way to competing in the next Super Bowl.
