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JuJu Smith-Schuster Leads Chiefs’ Receiver Room as Playoff Push Hits Must-Win Stretch

The veteran urges positivity before a playoff-like Week 15 home test against the Chargers.

Overview

  • Kansas City enters Week 15 with postseason chances described as hanging by a thread, making the final four games effectively must-win.
  • Smith-Schuster told reporters he is keeping the receiver group’s energy up and protecting the team’s personality in a difficult stretch.
  • Serving as the room captain, he emphasized veterans’ responsibility to model standards while younger players focus on learning.
  • He noted opponents bring their best against a team with multiple Super Bowl trips, framing it as a challenge rather than added pressure.
  • The Chargers visit Arrowhead on Sunday in a game expected to carry a playoff-like feel as Kansas City seeks wins plus help elsewhere.