The Chiefs entered the offseason knowing they had to nail every move after getting pushed around by the Eagles in the Super Bowl. Instead, they shipped offensive lineman Joe Thuney to Chicago for a 2026 fourth-round pick. In hindsight, that single decision explains a lot about why Kansas City is fighting for its season right now, and why the Bears are inducing hope.

Everyone rightfully credits Patrick Mahomes for the Chiefs’ run over the past few years, but losing Thuney was the quiet blow that changed everything. Everywhere he’s been, winning follows him. It’s not overstating it to say he might be the most overlooked dynasty-builder in the league.

The Patriots drafted him in 2016. They went to three AFC title games and won two Super Bowls with him in the lineup. They haven’t won a playo

See Full Page