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Kansas City Chiefs Use Bye Week to Focus on “Top Priority” for Playoffs

Kansas City Chiefs Use Bye Week to Focus on “Top Priority” for Playoffs

Kansas City Chiefs Use Bye Week to Focus on “Top Priority” for Playoffs

The Snarkitect

Thursday, January 9, 2025

Thursday, January 9, 2025

Head coach Andy Reid emphasized the importance of the week off during a press conference. “This isn’t about X’s and O’s,” Reid said with a knowing grin. “It’s about relationships—building trust, understanding subtle signals, and making sure we’re all... on the same page.”

Head coach Andy Reid emphasized the importance of the week off during a press conference. “This isn’t about X’s and O’s,” Reid said with a knowing grin. “It’s about relationships—building trust, understanding subtle signals, and making sure we’re all... on the same page.”

Head coach Andy Reid emphasized the importance of the week off during a press conference. “This isn’t about X’s and O’s,” Reid said with a knowing grin. “It’s about relationships—building trust, understanding subtle signals, and making sure we’re all... on the same page.”

Players have reportedly dedicated extra time to “communication drills,” including perfecting hand signals and developing the kind of unspoken chemistry that makes everything run smoothly. Patrick Mahomes was seen working closely with Travis Kelce on what teammates referred to as “Wink Routes,” while kicker Harrison Butker attended a “Chocolates and Flowers” workshop, sparking speculation about its relevance to special teams strategy.

Insiders claim that several Chiefs staff members were spotted attending wine tastings and spa retreats—activities Reid coyly described as “team-building exercises.”

When asked if these efforts might extend to certain striped individuals on the field, Reid chuckled. “Look, we just want everyone to feel comfortable out there. It’s not about influencing anyone—it’s about fostering mutual respect,” he said, as a Valentine’s Day card mysteriously fell from his playbook.

The Chiefs remain tight-lipped about how this approach will impact their postseason, but one thing’s for sure: they’re playing the long game, and it’s not just about football.

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