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Orlovsky notes Chiefs' under-center usage drawing Rams comparisons

Kansas City aligns under center on 36 percent of snaps.

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Mahomes is under center 36% of the time “Is this the Rams”?!? “Believable” offense in @Chiefs #nfllive https://t.co/S

What happened: Dan Orlovsky noted Patrick Mahomes is taking 36 percent of his snaps from under center for the Kansas City Chiefs. The analyst compared the scheme to the Los Angeles Rams' system, describing the approach as a 'believable' offense.

Why it matters: Operating heavily from under center forces defenses to honor traditional run concepts and creates different play-action angles. The structural adjustment diversifies the Kansas City attack during the regular season.

What to watch: Defensive responses to this adjusted offensive alignment will dictate its continued usage in upcoming matchups.

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