The Kansas City Chiefs endured a disappointing 33-16 defeat against the Seattle Seahawks in their preseason clash, and head coach Andy Reid did not shy away from voicing his concerns. Despite resting stars like Patrick Mahomes and Chris Jones, Reid expected sharper execution from his roster. Instead, the game exposed glaring flaws, with one wide receiver drawing particular criticism from the veteran coach.
Chiefs stumble in Seattle preseason test
The defending Super Bowl champions entered Lumen Field with confidence, but it didn’t take long for Seattle to seize control. By halftime, the Seahawks had piled up over 300 yards of offense and carved out a commanding 16-point lead. For Kansas City, the lack of discipline and execution was glaring, highlighting that even champions can look vulnerable when fundamentals slip.
Although preseason results don’t impact the standings, they often provide a glimpse into readiness ahead of the regular season. Andy Reid acknowledged that the performance was far from the level he demands.
Skyy Moore’s mixed night draws Andy Reid’s attention
While wide receiver Skyy Moore electrified fans with an 88-yard punt return touchdown early in the second half, his evening was far from flawless. Prior to his moment of brilliance, Moore committed costly mistakes: two dropped passes and a muffed kick-off that stalled momentum.
Reid made sure to point out both sides of the receiver’s showing.
“He had a couple of drops, that’s not like him,” Reid said. “He’s a lot better than that. So, he had the three kind of bobbles and drops in special teams and with throws, and he came back with a big play. So, I’m proud of him for that. It wasn’t his best night up to that point.”
The remarks reflected Andy Reid’s trademark balance—critical of errors but encouraging of resilience. Skyy Moore’s bounce-back play was a reminder of his potential, yet Reid’s comments made it clear that consistency will be key heading into the regular season.
A wake-up call before the regular season
For the Chiefs, the loss may prove to be a necessary wake-up call. Preseason is often about experimentation, but Reid has long emphasized the importance of setting the tone early. While Mahomes and other stars sat out, younger talents like Skyy Moore had the opportunity to make a statement—and the spotlight proved unforgiving.
As Kansas City prepares to defend its title, Andy Reid’s words underline the message: errors may happen, but accountability and improvement will define who makes an impact when the games truly matter.