“I Didn’t Play to My Standard”: Patrick Mahomes Confesses to Missing Opportunities Down the Middle of the Field vs Bengals

The Chiefs QB was responding to a reporter’s query on why he received many passes either at or behind the line of scrimmage. In his response, Mahomes confessed he needed to be better and regretted missing key opportunities during the game, which could’ve improved the Chiefs’ scoring. The 3x Super Bowl winner further explained that despite one TD pass to Rashee Rice working in their favor, he missed the plot when the Bengals took away the “deep stuff” option.

“But you still have the ability to threaten the middle of the field. So, that’s something that I’ll continue to work at and limit mistakes for myself,” Mahomes explained, hinting at how he can bounce back in the next game. Additionally, Mahomes analyzed the interception he threw in the Bengals game and highlighted the key areas he needs to focus on before meeting the Falcons on Sunday Night Football.



Mahomes recalls the mistake behind his interception The Chiefs QB explained the “little things” he needs to improve, including “getting the ball there on time accurately, without making mistakes.” Adding further, he recalled responding late to Travis Kelce’s window, which ultimately caused the interception. In a nutshell, the Bengals game prompted the 29-year-old quarterback to reassess and refine his approach.

As the Chiefs prepare to face the Falcons this week, Mahomes aims to minimize mistakes. Because, despite two wins, the QB is focused on the bigger picture—the Super Bowl..