Oladokun Sends Bold Message to Chiefs — He’s Not Going Anywhere
Chris Oladokun may have quietly sent the clearest signal yet about his future with the Kansas City Chiefs — and it didn’t come in a press conference. A reflective Instagram post, centered on growth, leadership and gratitude, ended with a telling line: he said he “can’t wait for us to bounce back in ’26.” The message strongly suggested the young quarterback expects to still be part of Kansas City’s plans next season and isn’t shying away from what comes next.
Oladokun’s late-season role unfolded in unexpected fashion. He opened the year as the Chiefs’ third-string quarterback, but injuries ahead of him changed everything. After Patrick Mahomes went down late in the season and the backup spot was also depleted, Oladokun was suddenly asked to step in. The results didn’t show up in the win column, but his play showed composure. Across three appearances, he protected the football, avoided turnovers and looked comfortable running the offense under difficult circumstances.
In his most extended action, Oladokun completed 13 of 22 passes for 66 yards and threw his first career touchdown in a late-season start, showing poise against a divisional opponent. Another outing featured a key fourth-quarter completion that highlighted his ability to stay calm under pressure. One of the clips he shared even showed Mahomes applauding from the stands, a moment that underlined the respect within the quarterback room.
The Instagram post itself mixed tunnel runs, game snaps and moments with teammates such as Travis Kelce, reinforcing how much Oladokun values the opportunity he was given. Even with added depth at quarterback, his message came across as confidence — not uncertainty. He made it clear he’s ready to compete rather than fade into the background once injured players return.
At the same time, the Chiefs are focused on the future of their franchise quarterback. Andy Reid recently noted that Mahomes is progressing well in his recovery and has begun the early stages of rehab. With Mahomes working back toward full health and Oladokun openly embracing competition, Kansas City enters the offseason with an unexpectedly intriguing quarterback picture.
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