Chiefs fall in preseason as depth charts face test

A look at which Chiefs players impressed and which struggled in the preseason loss to the Cardinals

Chiefs suffer preseason loss to Cardinals winners and losers named

In Saturday night’s 20-17 preseason loss to the Arizona Cardinals, the Chiefs flashed strong play in all three phases. They forced turnovers, scored touchdowns, and showed big plays on returns. The key starters, including Patrick Mahomes, saw action and left with a confident, focused vibe as they exited the field.

The night also carried a reminder of how health shapes a season. An early concussion for Jaylen Watson and a non contact Achilles injury for safety Deon Bush will test the team’s depth and decision making as rosters tighten. Overall, the Chiefs used the game to evaluate younger players and experiment with roles, signaling a careful but optimistic approach to building the final 53.

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The next preseason tests will further clarify the Chiefs depth chart and readiness for the regular season