Some people think the Chiefs’ dynasty might be coming to an end. They say Kansas City is getting worse in a crucial area every single year of the Mahomes era. While this issue is complex, the reality is that the Chiefs’ offense could be even more dangerous in 2025 than most realize. Today, I’ll break down what’s happening, why this team remains a serious threat, and what to expect from their offensive weapons this upcoming season.

With the offseason in full swing, Chiefs players have been hitting the gym and preparing for Organized Team Activities (OTAs). Teams with new head coaches, like the Raiders under Pete Carroll, can start their offseason workouts as early as April 7. Meanwhile, the rest of the AFC West—including the Chiefs—won’t begin until April 21, closer to the NFL Draft.

These voluntary workouts allow players to train together and build chemistry. Patrick Mahomes has consistently gathered his key offensive weapons—wide receivers, running backs, tight ends, and quarterbacks—in Texas during Phase 1 of offseason training. This year should be no different.

It’s worth noting that not every player will be present at these workouts, and fans sometimes overreact when they don’t see certain names. Mahomes often prefers to start by working with newer or younger players before veterans like Travis Kelce and JuJu Smith-Schuster join in. That explains why footage has surfaced of Isaiah Pacheco, Skyy Moore, Hollywood Brown, Rashee Rice, and Mahomes training together.

For behind-the-scenes content, Preston and Heather Smith have been posting photos and videos of Mahomes and other players during the offseason. Mahomes himself appears to have slimmed down slightly compared to previous years—not a major change, but noticeable.

One of the biggest X-factors for the Chiefs’ offense in 2025 is the return of wide receiver Rashee Rice. Before his injury, Rice was emerging as a dominant playmaker. Through the first three weeks of the 2024 season, he was averaging 96 receiving yards per game, which would have put him on pace for a monster 1,500–1,600-yard season.

Unfortunately, his breakout was cut short in Week 4 when Mahomes accidentally collided with his knee while trying to tackle a defender after an interception. Ironically, that defender—Christian Fulton—is now a Chief, having signed a two-year deal with Kansas City.

Before Rice’s injury, it looked like the Chiefs’ offense was starting to operate through someone other than Travis Kelce for the first time since Tyreek Hill left. When Rice went down, Kelce’s role expanded significantly, and the offense became more predictable. Hollywood Brown was also sidelined, while rookie Xavier Worthy was still adjusting to the league.

Heading into 2025, the Chiefs’ receiving corps looks far more promising than it did last season.

– **Hollywood Brown** was set to be a major contributor before getting injured in the first preseason game. Now healthy, he’s eager to have a big season and earn a lucrative contract in 2026—whether with the Chiefs or another team.

– **Xavier Worthy** showed flashes of brilliance as a rookie, particularly late in the season. From Week 11 through the Super Bowl (excluding Week 18, when starters rested), he averaged six catches for 68 yards per game and scored seven touchdowns. Expect him to take another step forward in Year 2.

– **Rashee Rice** should be back and, even at 90% of his pre-injury self, will be a nightmare for defenses. While he’s likely facing a suspension, it shouldn’t be longer than four or five games.

Beyond these top three, the Chiefs made smart depth moves by bringing back **JuJu Smith-Schuster** on a one-year deal. He’s a key blocking piece in the offense and works well in the middle of the field alongside Kelce. While he’s not the same player he was in 2022, he can still punish defenses that underestimate him.

With Mecole Hardman signing with the Packers, **Nikko Remigio** is expected to be the team’s primary return man while fighting for a depth role at wide receiver. Other names battling for roster spots include **Justin Ross, Tyquan Thornton, Jason Brownlee, and Skyy Moore**.

Thornton is particularly intriguing. A former second-round pick by the Patriots in 2022, he has blazing speed (sub-4.3 40-yard dash) but struggled with consistency. Interestingly, the Chiefs originally had the 50th pick in 2022 but traded back to 54, where they selected Skyy Moore—while New England used No. 50 on Thornton. Now, both are in Kansas City fighting for their NFL futures.