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Franca expressed incredulity at Mahomes’ subpar performance, which included probably the worst game he has played in the postseason so far. Despite finishing with some decent numbers, much of that came during garbage time, making it clear that the Chiefs were completely outmatched throughout the contest.
He reiterated his belief that the Chiefs’ offensive line failed Mahomes, suggesting that if the quarterback can't find protection, even the greatest talent struggles on the field. Kansas City’s reliance on their high-powered offense proved ineffective as they were consistently pressured, leading to a mere shadow of their usual performance.