Courtland Sutton

Chiefs Preseason Opener: Mahomes Likely Sits

Across teams from Kansas City to Denver, preseason camps are revealing key backup battles as veterans hold spots and young players push for roles, with Patrick Mahomes unlikely to play for the Chiefs and seventh-round rookie QB Nussmeier eyeing a potential QB3 path. Reports from the Broncos, Cowboys, and Titans highlight ongoing quarterback and tackle/defense competitions, including Jarrett Stidham vs. Ehlinger in Denver, Cowboys' battles at left tackle and cornerback, and Titans' depth-chart preferences favoring veterans.