Chiefs Chiefs confident Sammy Watkins, Patrick Mahomes are “starting to sync” - Page 15

**The Franchise** · 08-23-2018, 10:16 AM

https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.co...rting-to-sync/

Wide receiver Sammy Watkins hasn’t caught a pass through the team’s first two preseason games and he failed to come back for a Patrick Mahomes pass that could have been a touchdown.

Coach Andy Reid noted that Watkins needs to do a better on plays like that, but he didn’t show much overall concern about how Watkins is fitting into the offense in his first year with the team. Reid said he loves Watkins’ “intensity on learning all the little, small things” and has seen that translate into good things at practice.

Offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy had a similar take and said that he’s seen signs that Watkins and Mahomes are striking up a strong relationship.

“When it’s all said and done, Sammy is doing a heck of a job,” Bieniemy said, via ESPN.com. “He’s doing a great job. He’s accepted the challenge because we’re not just playing him at one position. He’s accepted the challenge of learning all three across the board. We want versatile football players. I know everybody wants to talk about what’s happening on the field on game day, but I will say this: Their communication, their rhythm is starting to sync.”

Mahomes agreed with the coaches about Watkins making strides even if they haven’t shown up in games. That’s easier to sell in preseason than in the regular season, which leaves the Chiefs with a couple of weeks to get everyone in line.

Sassy Squatch · 09-16-2018, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Hammock Parties

Anyone else think Sammy Watkins is freakin' GREAT after the catch?

He reminds of a faster Dwayne Bowe. He looked really strong when he drew contact today.

He plays like a RB in space.

DRM08 · 09-16-2018, 06:39 PM

Great game for Sammy today. Glad to see Mahomes connecting with Sammy and Kelce now.

NJChiefsFan · 09-16-2018, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Hammock Parties

Anyone else think Sammy Watkins is freakin' GREAT after the catch?

He reminds of a faster Dwayne Bowe. He looked really strong when he drew contact today.

Yes. He has shown the ability to avoid, break, and even run through tackles so far. He is going to have quite games. But him having games like this when teams are focused on Hill is why we over-payed for him. I've been happy with his impact in both games.

Halfcan · 09-16-2018, 06:45 PM

Watkins is a beast and will be worth every penny on 3rd downs this year. He had a great game. Pick your poison.

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The Franchise Most Valuable Villain Join Date: Dec 2006 Casino cash: $2065047	Chiefs confident Sammy Watkins, Patrick Mahomes are “starting to sync” https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.co...rting-to-sync/ Wide receiver Sammy Watkins hasn’t caught a pass through the team’s first two preseason games and he failed to come back for a Patrick Mahomes pass that could have been a touchdown. Coach Andy Reid noted that Watkins needs to do a better on plays like that, but he didn’t show much overall concern about how Watkins is fitting into the offense in his first year with the team. Reid said he loves Watkins’ “intensity on learning all the little, small things” and has seen that translate into good things at practice. Offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy had a similar take and said that he’s seen signs that Watkins and Mahomes are striking up a strong relationship. “When it’s all said and done, Sammy is doing a heck of a job,” Bieniemy said, via ESPN.com. “He’s doing a great job. He’s accepted the challenge because we’re not just playing him at one position. He’s accepted the challenge of learning all three across the board. We want versatile football players. I know everybody wants to talk about what’s happening on the field on game day, but I will say this: Their communication, their rhythm is starting to sync.” Mahomes agreed with the coaches about Watkins making strides even if they haven’t shown up in games. That’s easier to sell in preseason than in the regular season, which leaves the Chiefs with a couple of weeks to get everyone in line.
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