Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is known for his ability to shred opposing defenses, especially when they blitz. Though he has struggled against the pass rush at times in 2023, Mahomes got back on track in Week 15, posting a perfect passer rating when the New England Patriots sent the blitz against him, according to Pro Football Focus.
Patrick Mahomes vs. the Patriots blitz:
8/8
154 yards
1 TD / 0 INTs
158.3 passer rating🎯 pic.twitter.com/LOfTOlZZ1t
— PFF KC Chiefs (@PFF_Chiefs) December 18, 2023
While he did throw two interceptions in the matchup, Mahomes managed to do enough to secure Kansas City its ninth win of the season heading into a stretch of games where the Chiefs will be prohibitive favorites against opponents who have backup quarterbacks under center.
If he can build on his performance against New England in the coming weeks, Mahomes may be able to lift Kansas City to one of the AFC’s top playoff seeds in January.
Expect the reigning MVP to put on a show against the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 16 to clinch the Chiefs a playoff berth on Christmas day.