Andy Reid Reviews 3 Biggest Problems Chiefs Need to Fix Before Week 2 Game vs. Bengals
**Kansas City, MO** – Coming off a shaky performance in Week 1, Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid has addressed the major issues plaguing his team ahead of their crucial Week 2 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. With Super Bowl expectations, Reid and his staff are already hard at work identifying and correcting the key problems that led to a disappointing start. Here’s a breakdown of the three biggest areas of concern.
### 1. **Offensive Line Protection**
The offensive line struggled in Week 1, allowing quarterback Patrick Mahomes to face heavy pressure throughout the game. Reid acknowledged that the protection breakdowns were a major factor in their offensive inconsistency. “We didn’t protect well enough up front. That’s on all of us — coaches and players,” Reid said during his post-game review.
Mahomes was sacked multiple times and forced to scramble, disrupting the timing of the Chiefs’ high-powered offense. With Cincinnati’s formidable defensive line up next, this issue is paramount. Reid stressed the need for better communication and execution along the line, especially against a Bengals defense known for its pressure packages.
### 2. **Wide Receiver Miscommunications**
The Chiefs’ receiving corps appeared out of sync with Mahomes at crucial moments during the game, leading to several missed opportunities. Reid pointed out the lack of precision in routes and timing, which caused miscommunications and stalled drives. “We’ve got to get on the same page. Too many plays broke down because of simple things we know we can fix,” Reid commented.
Mahomes, known for his ability to create plays under pressure, will need more reliable support from his receivers against a Bengals secondary that will be looking to capitalize on any mistakes. Reid’s focus this week will be on reinforcing timing and chemistry during practice.
### 3. **Red Zone Efficiency**
The Chiefs found themselves inside the red zone multiple times but failed to convert key drives into touchdowns. Settling for field goals instead of scoring six has been a recurring issue in recent seasons. Reid didn’t shy away from addressing this problem. “We need to finish those drives. We’re leaving points on the board, and against a team like the Bengals, you can’t afford that.”
The Bengals have shown themselves to be a resilient team capable of coming from behind, meaning the Chiefs will need to maximize every opportunity in scoring range. Look for Reid to adjust play-calling to take advantage of Mahomes’ mobility and the team’s offensive versatility to punch the ball into the end zone more consistently.
### Looking Ahead to Week 2
The Chiefs will be hosting the Bengals in what is expected to be a high-stakes game. After their tough Week 1 loss, fixing these three areas will be critical if Kansas City hopes to avoid an 0-2 start. Reid’s ability to make adjustments quickly has been one of his greatest strengths as a coach, but the Bengals, led by Joe Burrow, won’t make it easy.
Reid ended his review with a message of confidence: “We know what we need to do, and I trust these guys to get it done. It’s a long season, but it starts with fixing the mistakes early.”
As Kansas City prepares for this key showdown, all eyes will be on how they address these problems in the days leading up to Sunday’s game.
