In our “Let’s Argue” series, our Mark Gunnels considers the hot takes, wacky predictions and unpopular opinions of Kansas City Chiefs fans from all over the world.

The Chiefs’ secondary is in trouble

Cornerback Trent McDuffie is undoubtedly one of the NFL’s top five cornerbacks. No matter where he’s lined up, we should feel good about the matchup.

But after McDuffie, there are certainly a lot of moving parts.

Before his injury last season, cornerback Jaylen Watson was performing at an All-Pro level. He wasn’t the same after his return. So his play will be a big factor in determining how good the secondary will be.

Another guy to keep an eye on is newly signed free agent cornerback Kristian Fulton. He’s a very physical player who isn’t scared of mixing things up in the running game — and he’s improved in coverage each year.

Then at the last line of defense, it’ll be intriguing to see who steps up as a leader now that Justin Reid is gone. It appears that Chamarri Conner will move back to strong safety — his natural position — alongside Jaden Hicks, whom I believe has the group’s highest upside.

Safety Bryan Cook is still there, too — and don’t forget that general manager Brett Veach also brought Mike Edwards.

So while there are a lot of moving parts in the secondary, it comes with a great deal of versatility, too. I expect defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo to move guys all around, looking for the combination that works best.

The Chiefs’ offensive weapons are worrisome

I can’t get behind this at all.

We’re all aware of the suspension looming over wide receiver Rashee Rice. But when Patrick Mahomes has all of his weapons, this will be the most talented collection of pass catchers he’s ever had.

I can hear it now: But what about Tyreek Hill?

Yes… Hill was the best wide receiver during the Mahomes era — but taken as a whole, the quality of this wide receiver corps trumps any Kansas City group that included Hill.

At the top, you have Rice, Xavier Worthy and Hollywood Brown. And there’s still a guy named Travis Kelce, who appears to be more motivated than ever.

Further down the depth chart, the Chiefs have the ultimate security blanket: JuJu Smith-Schuster.

And now the team has a new wild card: rookie wideout Jalen Royals. He has all the physical tools to be a really good player in this league.

And the best part? Early on, he won’t be under a lot of pressure to perform.

Why are the Chiefs so lazy about finding good running backs?

The last (and only) time Veach took a major swing at running back, it didn’t end well.

Since taking running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft, Veach hasn’t chosen to expend a high pick on a back. Instead, it’s been running-back-by-committee in Kansas City.

But to be fair… unless a team has Saquon Barkley or Derrick Henry, the days of having one running back shoulder the vast majority of the load are gone. Most teams have two or three backs who have different traits.

Before his 2024 injury, Isiah Pacheco was trending toward being a workhorse back — but after his injury, he just wasn’t the same. Entering the fourth (and last) year of his rookie contract, we hope the team will get the best out of him.

But even if Pacheco doesn’t impress, he was only a seventh-round pick; Kansas City couldn’t have expected much more from him. Rookie Brashard Smith is also a seventh-rounder. If he makes the team, whatever production he provides will be a bonus.

Picked up off the street last season, Kareem Hunt provided the Chiefs with excellent value on his return to the team. While he’s not the same player he was during his first Kansas City stint, he’s been very reliable in short-yardage situations where he can use his elite vision.

Then there’s the forgotten man: veteran Elijah Mitchell. But can he stay healthy? He missed all of 2024 with a hamstring injury. While he’s had a history of injuries, he’s still a dynamic back who shows some burst — that is, when he’s available.

But we should always remember that as long as Andy Reid is the head coach (and Patrick Mahomes is the quarterback), Kansas City will always be a pass-heavy team.

That’s just the reality.

Joshua Williams is good enough to make the roster

I agree with the first half of this post, but not the second half.

Like I said… while there are plenty of question marks in the secondary, there is plenty of talent there.

After all… I haven’t even mentioned Kansas City’s third-round pick: cornerback Nohl Williams, who led the NCAA in interceptions in 2024.

Somebody is going to be the odd man out — and it very well could be Joshua Williams.