Chiefs marvel at Mahomes yet realize he can't do it alone
Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs are willing to do whatever it takes to win a gameNOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
JERICK MCKINNON
60 YDS •
21 ATT •
1 TD
60 YDS
21 ATT
1 TD
Stays involved in passing game McKinnon rushed three times for four yards and caught six of eight targets for 40 yards in Sunday's 20-17 overtime win over the Titans.
Impact McKinnon finished as the most productive of the trio of backs Kansas City has deployed of late, but none of the players had notable fantasy lines. The veteran back has seen his production as a receiver increase over his last four contests, but the lack of rushing production and overall low volume caps his fantasy appeal. McKinnon remains a deep/PPR option heading into a matchup against Jacksonville next Sunday.
NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Patrick Mahomes finds Jerick McKinnon for 11-yard Gain Kansas City Chiefs Quarterback Patrick Mahomes finds Running Back Jerick McKinnon for 11-yard gain.
NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • CHIEFS.COM
Four touches in Week 7 McKinnon had two rushes for 12 yards and reeled in two of three targets for 36 yards during Sunday's 44-23 victory versus the 49ers.
Impact McKinnon averaged 12 yards on his touches to salvage his fantasy day a bit, but he doesn't get the ball in his hands enough to warrant fantasy usage in most leagues, especially with rookie Isiah Pacheco absorbing a more significant workload (eight carries) in a starting role. With that said, McKinnon still led the running back room in offensive snaps (28), outpacing both Pacheco (19) and Clyde Edwards-Helaire (17).
OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
49ers once again find themselves in midseason hole
The issues are different but the predicament is similar for the San Francisco 49ers, who once again find themselves scuffling along near the midpoint of the season searching for a...OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Patrick Mahomes' 3 TDs lead Chiefs past 49ers 44-23
Patrick Mahomes threw for 424 yards and three touchdowns to rally Kansas City back from another double-digit deficit in the Chiefs’ 44-23 victory over the San Francisco 49ersOCTOBER 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
McCaffrey trade not nearly enough to lift 49ers past Chiefs
General manager John Lynch stressed that the acquisition of star running back Christian McCaffrey wouldn’t be a “magic pill” to fix what’s ailing the San Francisco 49ersOCTOBER 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Catches three passes in loss McKinnon recorded two carries for one yard and caught all three of his targets for 29 yards in Sunday's 24-20 loss to the Bills.
Impact McKinnon played 29 of the Chiefs' 67 offensive snaps, but the veteran wasn't able to get much going in the contest. Fellow running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire led the backfield in rushing attempts with nine, but he played one less snap than McKinnon. Nonetheless, the fluid Chiefs backfield makes the 30-year-old difficult to trust for fantasy purposes. This is likely to remain the case when the Chiefs visit the 49ers in Week 7.
OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
After loss to Bills, Chiefs know margin for error is slim
The Kansas City Chiefs have a narrower margin for error this season than they've had in years pastOCTOBER 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Injuries mounting for Chiefs with Bills matchup on horizon
The banged-up Chiefs could be missing two more defensive starters and a key contributor in the secondary when they face the Bills on SundayOCTOBER 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Chiefs leaning on culture, experience to eke out close wins
The Chiefs fought through more adversity to win another close game, and that is quickly becoming a common theme through the first month of the seasonOCTOBER 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Paces backfield McKinnon carried the ball eight times for 53 yards in Monday's 30-29 win over the Raiders. He added two receptions on three targets for 19 yards.
Impact McKinnon was out-touched 12-10 by Clyde Edwards-Helaire, but McKinnon was the far more efficient runner of the duo. He paced the Chiefs with 53 rushing yards, powered primarily by a 30-yard gain midway through the second quarter. Notably, Edwards-Helaire seems to have maintained his role as Kansas City's goal-line back, though McKinnon remains a significant part of the equation in the team's backfield.
OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Maxx Crosby chases McKinnon down for authoritative TFL Las Vegas Raiders defensive lineman Maxx Crosby chases Kansas City Chiefs running back Jerick McKinnon down for an authoritative tackle for...
OCTOBER 11, 2022 • NFL.COM
Crosby chases McKinnon down to make TFL Defensive end Maxx Crosby chases Chiefs running back Jerick McKinnon to make the tackle of loss during the fourth quarter.
OCTOBER 11, 2022 • RAIDERS.COM
Jerick McKinnon Goes Beast Mode on 30-yard Run Kansas City Chiefs running back Jerick McKinnon morphs into Beast Mode on a 30-yard run.
OCTOBER 11, 2022 • CHIEFS.COM
Jerick McKinnon morphs into Beast Mode on 30-yard run Kansas City Chiefs running back Jerick McKinnon morphs into Beast Mode on a 30-yard run.
OCTOBER 11, 2022 • NFL.COM
Quiet in win McKinnon recorded two carries for minus-1 yard and caught his only target for one yard in Sunday's 41-31 win over the Buccaneers.
Impact McKinnon played on just 18 of the Chiefs' 80 offensive snaps and could not make any impact with his three opportunities in the contest. Starter Clyde Edwards-Helaire continued his streak of efficiency, finding the end zone twice. McKinnon and fellow depth running back Isiah Pacheco have been limited in their share of the backfield with Edwards-Helaire playing a much bigger role. It was the rookie Pacheco, however, who provided a spark on offense and looked sharp as a rusher compared to McKinnon. With that said, McKinnon has been used in scoring position on several occasions so far this season, so he has the potential to find the end zone as part of a great offense. With that said, the 30-year-old just isn't seeing enough opportunities to make him a viable fantasy starter. The veteran is best left out of lineups when the Chiefs host the Raiders in Week 5.
OCTOBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Minimal output in Week 3 McKinnon tallied seven carries for 20 yards and didn't catch his only target during Sunday's 20-17 defeat versus the Colts.
Impact McKinnon received more snaps (33) than Clyde Edwards-Helaire (25) in the contest (33-25) and also finished with more totes (seven to CEH's four). However, Edwards-Helaire also reeled in five passes for 39 yards to salvage his day from a fantasy perspective, whereas McKinnon didn't make an impact as a receiver. Still, McKinnon should continue to contribute steadily as part of a backfield committee.
SEPTEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Tallies TD grab in Week 2 McKinnon logged four carries for 12 yards and hauled in both of his targets for four yards and one touchdown during Thursday's 27-24 victory over the Chargers.
Impact McKinnon actually outsnapped Clyde Edwards-Helaire in the contest 27-25, though it still resulted in six fewer touches. Either way, McKinnon has cemented himself as a regular in a committee approach to Kansas City's backfield and could take over a larger workload should CEH miss any time.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Mahomes with the sidearm strike to Jerick McKinnon for the score 😮💨🔥
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • YOUTUBE
Chiefs face brutal schedule amid changes on offense, defense
The Kansas City Chiefs have a revamped wide receiver group and rebuilt defense but the same expectations of winning the AFC West and reaching the Super BowlAUGUST 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Suits up Saturday McKinnon (hamstring) caught his only target for 14 yards in Saturday's 24-14 preseason win over the Commanders.
Impact McKinnon missed practice time during the week due to a strained hamstring, but it evidently was minor because the veteran running back managed to suit up Saturday. His catch came on a Patrick Mahomes pass on the opening possession. Kansas City's running back usage Saturday suggests rookie Isiah Pacheco's ascent likely will come at the expense of Ronald Jones rather than McKinnon, as Jones didn't play until after halftime.
AUGUST 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Chiefs' Jones, Hardman leave practice early with injuries
Pro Bowl defensive tackle Chris Jones, starting wide receiver Mecole Hardman and backup running back Jerick McKinnon left training camp early Wednesday as nagging injuries continue...AUGUST 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Misses practice McKinnon is dealing with a strained hamstring that kept him out of practice Wednesday, Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports.
Impact Consider McKinnon, who is listed behind Clyde Edwards-Helaire on the Chiefs' posted unofficial depth chart, day-to-day in advance of Saturday's preseason game against Washington. As long as McKinnon is sidelined, Ronald Jones and rookie Isiah Pacheco figure to see added opportunities to make their cases for slotting in the team's backfield ahead of Week 1.
AUGUST 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Jerick McKinnon: "The running back room is deep." | Press Conference 7/30 RB Jerick McKinnon speaks with the media at Chiefs Training Camp
JULY 30, 2022 • CHIEFS.COM
