The Kansas City Chiefs are one team that has divided opinion this offseason regarding what exactly they will become in 2025.
After another good season last year that ended badly, the Chiefs have had a so-so offseason and addressed some needs, particularly the offensive line, but some are still unsure if the issue has been "fixed" to the point where a deep playoff run is forthcoming.
The NFL schedule was released last week, and naturally, everyone has an opinion on how many wins each team will get, who will make the playoffs, and so on.
For the Chiefs, there are some who think they'll struggle in 2025, but according to the latest win projections put forth by Caesars Sportsbook & Casino, Kansas City is expected to have the third-best total in the AFC with 11.2 wins.
If that total is achieved, it would be the eighth consecutive season that the Chiefs have won at least 10 regular-season games.
And we think that an 11-6 record is enough for playoff football, and a home playoff game for Kansas City.
Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt (29) is congratulated by quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15)
Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt (29) is congratulated by quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15)
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In the first month of the season, we will get an early indication of the Chiefs' ability to climb back to the top of the NFL mountain.
Kansas City faces the Los Angeles Chargers, Philadelphia Eagles, and the Baltimore Ravens, and all three will present quite the challenge to Patrick Mahomes and Co.
Navigate that, and come out at at least .500, then the Chiefs are in business, and the narrative surrounding them that the dynasty is over, will begin to dissipate.
But if it goes the other way and the Chiefs are shown a clean pair of heels, then 2025 might be tough sledding for the defending AFC champs.