CHIEFS SQUAD SHOW: NFL Schedule Makers SEND STATEMENT on Patrick Mahomes’ Week One STATUS! [v9XJeUUDXL3]
NFL schedule makers raise eyebrows by pitting Kansas City Chiefs against the Denver Broncos on Monday Night Football to open Week One—will Patrick Mahomes be ready after knee surgery? Aaron Ladd, Darren Smith, J.C. Pearson, and Ryan Tracy debate the league’s decision, dissect the risks for Mahomes against Denver’s fierce pass rush, and spotlight the strategic implications for Andy Reid’s offense. Which AFC West foe poses a bigger early threat: the retooled Chargers or the aggressive Broncos? Key topics include Mike Danna’s move to the Buffalo Bills, free agency priorities for the Chiefs (including the tackle position), and scheduling wishes—such as avoiding late-season trips to frozen Buffalo and maximizing prime time appearances. The crew forecasts potential pitfalls in KC’s travel-heavy slate, predicts must-watch matchups like Seattle Seahawks vs. Chiefs, and questions if the Chiefs can maintain their dominance through a gauntlet of high-profile showdowns. Will Kansas City’s championship core withstand early-season adversity? 00:00 | NFL Free Agency Moves Discussion of recent Chiefs and NFL free agent signings, including reactions to Mike Danna leaving for Buffalo, David Njoku to the Chargers, and the wide receiver/tackle situation in Kansas City. 19:14 | Week 1 Chiefs vs Broncos Schedule Reaction Analysis and debate over the Chiefs' 2026 season opener versus the Denver Broncos on Monday Night Football. Focus on Patrick Mahomes' health status, AFC West implications, and immediate schedule challenges. 32:37 | Schedule Predictions & Opponent Breakdown Panel wishes and predictions for the full NFL schedule release; home and away opponent matchups; travel, prime time games, and personal preferences for marquee games. Kansas City Chiefs, Chiefs schedule release, NFL schedule 2026, Patrick Mahomes, Chiefs vs Broncos, Denver Broncos, Bo Nix, Justin Fields, Jalen Waddle, Mike Dana, David Njoku, Juwan Jennings, Travis Kelce, Andy Reid, AFC West, Buffalo Bills, Cincinnati Bengals, Seattle Seahawks, LA Rams, Chargers, Colts, Jets, Patriots, NFL news, Chiefs rumors, Chiefs news, Dallas Cowboys news, NFL prime time games Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Square If you’re starting a business, or running one that deserves better tools, Square helps you sell, manage, and grow without slowing down. Right now, you can get up to $200 off Square hardware at FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit to get started — Play Your Game. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at Rocket Money Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)