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

[The Franchise]

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.

[DRM08]

Originally Posted by Detoxing

Pretty sure Sammy pulled up on the route thinking he wasn't getting the ball.

You can see him accelerate past the defender, as if he had slowed down.

Couple that with the Mahomes being visibly upset after the play. His body language didn't look to me like he was upset at himself.

I'm 90% confident that play wasn't on Mahomes, but instead Watkins quitting on the play too early.

If your speculation is correct and Sammy half-assed it, hopefully that play was a learning experience for him. Never give up on Mahomes. He has incredible vision downfield and the ability to extend plays. He has the Superman arm strength to hit any receiver at any time. Never give up on the play.

[Skyy God]

Just drafted Watkins 75th in my draft.

Hope over cynicism!

[AssEaterChief]

Originally Posted by UChieffyBugger

So what do yall expect from Watkins this year in terms of yards and TDs? I'll say 800 yards and 9 TDs.

That would be a very good return from Sammy.

Based on what?

[NJChiefsFan]

Originally Posted by AssEaterChief

Based on what?

Depends on perspective. That's not a very good return based on the contract. But I don't think he could ever get 16 million worth of numbers with the other guys that will get the ball.

A lot of his contract value is going to be getting other guys away from double teams and helping Mahomes. Tough part for Sammy is that it's an expensive cost considering our other needs.

[Kiimo]

If the Chiefs had drafted Josh Jackson we wouldn't be worried about Sammy's contract but instead they took an out of position backup fatass

[The Franchise]

Originally Posted by Cave Johnson

Just drafted Watkins 75th in my draft.

Hope over cynicism!

I got him WAY later than that.

[Shaid]

Originally Posted by Superturtle

Don't care. Our defensive backfield is absolute trash and we spent 16 million annually on this dude. Moronic decision by Veach.

Hard to disagree. He's a luxury when we had areas of glaring need.

[Kiimo]

Or is he just ahead of the curve? Seems offense is going to prosper with these idiotic new rules.

[Skyy God]

Originally Posted by The Pest

I got him WAY later than that.

I was having a bad draft. My picks kept going off the board and I was on tilt.

[Shag]

Originally Posted by UChieffyBugger

Reason I went that high is because I think they'll be looking for him in the N-zone often tbh.

The what??

[Mecca]

Originally Posted by Shag

The what??

You know what his wife calls it...the nagger zone.

[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.

[LoneWolf]

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 looked good today. He would have had an even better day if Mahomes would have threw the ball a little shorter when Watkins was open deep in the end zone.

[Easy 6]

Had a cool 100 today, and did it on a variety of different plays

Knew it was only a matter of time... its impossible to double everyone you want to with KC

[MVChiefFan]

Honestly, I think Pat is so good that he just takes whatever the defense gives him. Last week it was Tyreek and Sherman (for god’s sake). This week it was Kelce, Watkins, and Reek. Who knows next week? All I know is, Pat finds the open man, scores touchdowns, and wins games!