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NFL Power Rankings entering Week 5: Chiefs are all the way back at 4-0, though injury concerns linger

The Kansas City Chiefs have silenced doubts about their dynasty’s durability with a flawless 4-0 start, including a dominant win over a 3-0 Las Vegas Raiders squad. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who missed the entire 2023 season after tearing his ACL, has looked sharp, while the addition of free-agent running back Kenneth Walker has injected a fresh offensive dimension.

Kansas City ranks third in defensive efficiency (DVOA) and fourth in offensive expected points added (EPA), with only the Chicago Bears and Jacksonville Jaguars matching their dual offensive-defensive elite status. Yet concerns linger: receiver Tyquan Thornton is out for months with a severe ankle injury, Rashee Rice suffered a hamstring setback, and left tackle Josh Simmons remains sidelined.

Walker, though excellent, has never carried such a workload in the NFL, raising questions about sustainability if injuries pile up further. The Chiefs’ resilience—despite last season’s 6-11 record and Mahomes’ ACL tear—has reignited talk of their dynasty’s longevity, though the receiver depth and offensive line remain vulnerable spots to monitor.

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