There's no reason to start him today. He's had limited snaps with the 1s this week and you have an instant QB controversy. While that's what many here want, the kid is unproven and may lay an egg, driving a couple of members into such deep depression that they leave CP forever. Gosh, who'd want that?
No, the best case scenario would be somewhere in the 2nd, Chiefs up 14-0, Smith gets nicked on his non-throwing hand/shoulder. Mahomes comes in. lights it up, Chiefs win 40-7. Bills score on a late pick-6 thrown into triple coverage, just a rookie mistake that he learns from. Smith's injury isn't serious, but lingers next week and plays the backup role. No QB controversy. Next best would be the kid doesn't light it up, but gets valuable playing time while Smith is available if needed.
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