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Chiefs special teams concerns are becoming impossible to ignore after Week 6

After Week 6 of the 2026 NFL season, the Chiefs' special teams leaves a lot of questions on the table, from veterans to younger players alike.

By Hunter Stanton · Arrowhead Addict

Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 11:18 PM

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Arrowhead Addict argues Kansas City Chiefs special teams struggles are mounting after Week 6.
Harrison Butker has struggled, converting 10-of-13 field goals and missing an extra point.
Nikko Remigio lost a fumble on a punt return against the Chargers and averages 5.7 yards per return.

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Hunter Stanton of Arrowhead Addict argues that Kansas City Chiefs special teams issues are mounting following their Week 6 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers. Kicker Harrison Butker and returner Nikko Remigio are highlighted as primary concerns due to missed kicks, a lost fumble, and inconsistent overall play.

Stanton notes Butker is converting just 76.9% of his field goals and missed an extra point against the Chargers. While punter Matt Araiza leads the league with 52.4 yards per punt, Stanton suggests benching Remigio for Brashard Smith or Emmett Johnson to stabilize return duties.

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