The Kansas City Chiefs showcased their prowess on both offense and defense as they secured a commanding 38-10 victory over the Arizona Cardinals on a Saturday night matchup. Remarkably, all four of the Chiefs’ quarterbacks orchestrated touchdown drives during the game, while the Kansas City defense exhibited its might by limiting Arizona to a mere 3 successful conversions out of 13 attempts on third downs. Head Coach Andy Reid expressed his satisfaction, stating, “We had a strong collective effort. The defense set the tone early, a crucial aspect, and on the offensive front, although there were a few initial setbacks such as penalties, we’ll need to rectify those issues. Nevertheless, all in all, I believe all the units delivered commendable performances. This is what we aim for in the second [preseason] game.” Star quarterback Patrick Mahomes demonstrated his prowess by completing 10 out of 15 passes for 105 yards, including a touchdown. His remarkable leadership steered Kansas City through a 10-play, 92-yard drive culminating in an 18-yard touchdown connection with wide receiver Justin Watson. This scoring drive involved contributions from six different players and two successful third-down conversions, allowing the starting offense to find the end zone after initial punt possessions. Mahomes conveyed, “I stressed to the team that if we’re looking to conclude this game decisively, our priority should be putting points on the board.” Coach Reid’s strategy would keep us in the game until we achieved that. Despite a few early mistakes that need addressing, I commend the team for their tenacity and speed on the field.” Quarterback Shane Buechele maintained the momentum on the ensuing drive, orchestrating a seven-play, 88-yard series that concluded with a 15-yard touchdown scramble by Buechele himself. Buechele’s performance was impressive, completing all 10 of his passing attempts for 105 yards over two possessions. Notably, rookie wide receiver Rashee Rice played a pivotal role, securing six receptions for 96 yards. Rice, who had previously played alongside Buechele at SMU, rebounded after an early drop and emerged as the game’s standout player in terms of catches and receiving yards. Mahomes lauded Rice’s abilities, stating, “Rice possesses an innate sense for the game. While we continually push him to elevate his performance, his talent is evident. He excels at making challenging catches, and despite an initial drop, he bounced back admirably. I have complete confidence in his ability to secure catches even in demanding situations.” The exceptional quarterback performance extended into the third quarter, with Blaine Gabbert completing 7 out of 8 passes for 120 yards and two touchdowns. This impressive display resulted in a perfect passer rating of 158.3. Gabbert connected with wide receivers Ihmir Smith-Marsette and Cornell Powell, effectively extending the Chiefs’ advantage. Notably, Smith-Marsette delivered a standout performance, amassing four receptions for 96 yards. The final touchdown drive was orchestrated by quarterback Chris Oladokun, spanning 91 yards across 11 plays. The drive concluded with a 2-yard touchdown run by rookie tailback Deneric Prince. In total, Chiefs’ quarterbacks completed 31 out of 38 passes for 393 yards and three touchdowns without any turnovers. This dominant display led to six consecutive scoring drives from late in the first quarter until the game’s conclusion. Defensively, the Chiefs showcased their prowess by limiting Arizona to a mere 248 yards of total offense and just one touchdown, scored in the final moments of the first half. Kansas City’s defensive strength was notably evident as they held the Cardinals to a 3-for-13 conversion rate on third downs. In terms of injuries, Coach Reid reported a clean bill of health for the Chiefs following the game. The Chiefs are set to return to Kansas City for their preseason finale, facing off against the Cleveland Browns on the upcoming Saturday.Download Report