Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce earn PFF praise: Why do they trouble NFL defenses?
Pro Football Focus data highlights the exceptional performance of Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce under pressure, noting their perfect passer rating. The article analyzes how the Chiefs' evolving offensive strategy and run-game support contribute to their continued dominance.
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It provides a data-driven look at how elite athletes maintain performance levels despite changing team dynamics and defensive strategies.
Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce have the best passer rating under pressure in the NFL this season, according to Pro Football Focus. Their mark is 158.3, the highest score a rating can hit, and Darnold and Smith-Njigba match it. The Chiefs come off a Week 5 bye and face the Chargers on Sunday, possibly without Rashee Rice. Kelce, 37, leads Kansas City with 16 catches and 246 yards, and Mahomes sits first in PFF's quarterback rankings heading into Week 6, a spot he has held for most of the year.Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce own the NFL's best passer rating under pressureA 158.3 rating is a perfect score, so there is no room left above it. Mahomes and Kelce share the top spot with Darnold and Smith-Njigba.
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