Raiders CB Jack Jones ‘not worried’ about facing Chiefs WRs, focused on stopping ‘magician’ Patrick Mahomes

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We have ourselves a classic AFC West showdown on deck as part of the NFL’s Christmas Day tripleheader, which kicks off at Arrowhead Stadium where the Raiders and Chiefs will duke it out. One of the key storylines that has followed the defending champions throughout the season has been the play of their wide receivers. That position group has struggled to be a complementary outlet to Patrick Mahomes and fellow pass-catcher Travis Kelce. Not only have the receivers not helped boost the offense, but they’ve downright cost Kansas City games at various moments this year.

And it doesn’t sound like they’ve garnered much respect around the league, particularly in Las Vegas. Raiders cornerback Jack Jones was asked about facing the Chiefs offense and noted that he’s not concerned about going toe-to-toe with the K.C. receivers. 

“We’re not worried about them,” Jones said, via the Las Vegas Review-Journal. “It’s Patrick Mahomes we’ve got to stop. You stop the magician, then the act is over.”

Chiefs wide receivers have dropped an NFL-high 25 passes this season and have the third-highest drop rate since the 2017 Browns, who went 0-16. Meanwhile, Mahomes ranks 22nd in the league in yards per attempt when targeting wide receivers this year. 

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Author : Tyler Sullivan

Publish date : 2023-12-22 14:44:01

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