Backup job to Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes remains tight as preseason finale nears

Published August 21, 2023 3:12 PM

By DAVE SKRETTA
AP Sports Writer

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The competition for the quarterback job behind Patrick Mahomes in Kansas City has become one worth watching. Blaine Gabbert was brought in to replace the retired Chad Henne, but the veteran has been pushed throughout training camp by Shane Buechele, a former undrafted free agent and practice squad staple. Chiefs coach Andy Reid called the competition “real close” as the Chiefs head into their preseason finale Saturday against Cleveland. The backup job has proven important in Kansas City, where Henne twice had to help the Chiefs navigate playoff wins on their way to reaching the Super Bowl.

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