Chiefs aim to extend starting unit reps in Week 2 vs Seahawks

The Kansas City Chiefs will headline Week 2 of the preseason with a trip to Seattle to face the Seahawks, a game arranged to give the starters a longer work slog after last week’s shorter exposure. Kansas City is looking to build rhythm on offense and refine protection up front as they prepare for the regular-season opener in Brazil against the Los Angeles Chargers. Seattle, meanwhile, is assessing its new-look offense under a reformulated quarterback room and a defense designed to operate with more discipline in year two under the current system.

In their first exhibition, the Chiefs fell 20-17 to the Arizona Cardinals. Patrick Mahomes was limited to a three-play appearance, finishing with a short drive that included a 1-yard pass for a score and no sustained action for the starter. The outcome reinforced the aim for Friday night: extend the run for the starting unit to establish timing, continuity and confidence, particularly along an offensive line that remains a topic of conversation after last season. Kansas City’s staff has signaled that Week 2 will be the moment to address those questions with more real-game reps.

Head coach Andy Reid highlighted the importance of...