Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid faces scrutiny regarding his future with the team, as former offensive guard Geoff Schwartz weighs in on the situation. Schwartz, who played for the Chiefs in 2013, expressed concerns about Reid's coaching decisions following a recent loss.
“Andy Reid has to make staff changes on offense this offseason,” Schwartz stated on X, emphasizing the urgency of the matter. “If he doesn’t he will be fired (or retire). Not that complicated.” His comments came after the Chiefs suffered their fourth defeat in five games against the Houston Texans.
At 67, Reid has been at the helm of the Chiefs since 2013, coinciding with Schwartz’s brief tenure. Despite the mounting pressure, Schwartz cautioned against hasty conclusions regarding Reid’s capabilities. “The dumbest thing ever is Chiefs fans wanting Andy Reid to retire/fired,” he remarked, defending the coach’s track record. “He has earned the opportunity to fix the offense this offseason.”
Schwartz further elaborated on X, noting, “You have no idea what Andy Reid will do with the staff this offseason. They made 7 straight AFC title games. He wasn’t making staff changes. Now they will miss the playoffs. Let’s see how he handles this offseason.”
As the regular season approaches its conclusion, the Chiefs find themselves with an 11 percent chance of making the playoffs, according to NFL Next Gen Stats. However, optimism remains within the organization.
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes addressed reporters post-game, stating, “We know the [playoff] chances are getting lower and lower, but I know the guys on this team are going to give everything they have, every opportunity we get.” Mahomes emphasized the team’s resilience despite recent struggles.
“I know we’re not winning games, but that mindset the guys have in this locker room... you can never question the fight of this team,” he added. Mahomes acknowledged execution issues but remained confident in their efforts moving forward.
Reid acknowledged the disappointment within the team, stating, “They are upset. They put it all out there and it didn’t work out for them.” He recognized the players’ accountability and their commitment to improving.
During a Zoom meeting with reporters, Reid reflected on the challenges ahead. “I have learned over the years that anything’s possible,” he said. “So, I communicated that to the guys. They were down in the dumps after [Sunday’s] game... But, at the same time, there’s a way you’ve got to pick yourself up and get yourself going again.”
For the Chiefs to secure a playoff spot, they must win their remaining four games and rely on favorable outcomes from other teams in the AFC. Their next challenge comes against the Los Angeles Chargers on December 14.
