Chiefs Chiefs confident Sammy Watkins, Patrick Mahomes are “starting to sync” - Page 10

**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.

**RealSNR** · 08-23-2018, 07:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Chiefshrink

I am unless a couple of "youngins" step up from the depth chart and play amazingly. Remember to that we have very little pass rush which makes our 2ndary even more vulnerable.

Our pass rush will be fine if we stay healthy.

Sacks aren't something you generate in the preseason.

Red Dawg · 08-23-2018, 07:32 PM

Watkins has been a big zero and Berry has done nothing since 11 August. He's just damaged and we can thank Dorsey for his dumbass back loaded contract.

**notorious** · 08-23-2018, 07:42 PM

Who has mentioned the preseason in their argument against Watkins?

I’m not seeing much.

NJChiefsFan · 08-23-2018, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by UChieffyBugger

Yeah "depth matters" so i guess you didn't see our defense NOT GIVE UP A SINGLE POINT in the second half against Atlanta right?

Keep in mind those guys won't be trying to stop a team's second and third stringers next time.

O.city · 08-24-2018, 07:41 AM

Pretty crazy to see the contracts going to guys now. Raising the cap is raising everything.

Gonna blow people away to see what kind of contract see ford will get this offseason if he has a healthy season

staylor26 · 08-24-2018, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by O.city

Pretty crazy to see the contracts going to guys now. Raising the cap is raising everything.

Gonna blow people away to see what kind of contract see ford will get this offseason if he has a healthy season

Go get 8+ sacks so we can get that comp pick!

Mecca · 08-24-2018, 07:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Red Dawg

Watkins has been a big zero and Berry has done nothing since 11 August. He's just damaged and we can thank Dorsey for his dumbass back loaded contract.

You can thank Clark Hunt for that contract.

Marcellus · 08-24-2018, 07:49 AM

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“As you see in practice, (QB Patrick Mahomes) threw some great balls, I caught great balls,’’ Watkins said.

Great balls for everyone!

Mecca · 08-24-2018, 07:51 AM

If only he had said great balls of fire would that line be funnier.

O.city · 08-24-2018, 07:56 AM

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Originally Posted by staylor26

Go get 8+ sacks so we can get that comp pick!

I bet they end up tagging him

Buckweath · 08-24-2018, 08:04 AM

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Originally Posted by O.city

I bet they end up tagging him

It would depend upon the development of Kpassagnon and Speaks.

KChiefs1 · 08-25-2018, 09:30 PM

Still not seeing it on the field.

FAX · 08-25-2018, 09:35 PM

Yeah ... and Mr. Rain Man actually reads poetry ...

FAX THE SOMEWHAT SCEPTICAL

Chiefs Pantalones · 08-25-2018, 10:34 PM

Watkins will be fine, but if not for him giving up on his route Mahomes has another TD pass. They just have to keep working.

AssEaterChief · 08-25-2018, 10:42 PM

Shit signing

I'll say it again, he will never be worth that contract and even in the one in a million chance he did, he won't be on this roster by the time they are Super Bowl contenders...

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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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