ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith said he was surprised by the Kansas City Chiefs' first loss of the season and the struggles of quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Smith made the comments on October 28, 2026, highlighting the unexpected nature of the defeat for the defending champions.
The Chiefs' loss marked their first of the 2026 campaign, and Smith noted that Mahomes' performance fell below the high standard he has set. Smith's reaction underscores the heightened expectations surrounding Kansas City and their star quarterback.
