In the latest Four Verts column, the Kansas City Chiefs find themselves at 5-5 and out of playoff contention for the first time under Patrick Mahomes, despite their strong performance metrics. Meanwhile, the Seattle Seahawks remain Super Bowl contenders despite a close loss to the Rams, while the Atlanta Falcons face a bleak future after losing QB Michael Penix Jr. to injury, and the Chargers struggle with injuries and inconsistent play, leaving their playoff hopes uncertain.



