Kansas City Chiefs head coach, Andy Reid, has suggested that he may rest key players, Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes, for their final regular-season game against the LA Chargers on Sunday. The Chiefs secured a playoff berth and clinched their eighth consecutive AFC West championship with a 25-17 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals on New Year's Eve.

As the AFC's No. 3 seed, the Chiefs will head into the playoffs, but their upcoming game against the Chargers holds little significance for their playoff position. It remains uncertain which team will visit Kansas City for the Wild Card round.

When asked about the possibility of fielding his usual starters against the Chargers, Reid implied that he has some decisions to make. In past seasons, Reid has opted to rest key players when there is nothing at stake, as demonstrated by a 38-21 loss to the Chargers in 2020 after securing the No. 1 seed.

Patrick Mahomes echoes his coach's sentiment and mentioned that he will support whatever decision Reid makes. Whether it's building on the current momentum or obtaining rest, Mahomes emphasized that he will be prepared for the playoffs regardless.

While Reid's decision to rest players may have implications on the field, it also carries financial consequences. Defensive tackle Chris Jones is just half a sack away from activating a $1.25 million bonus in his contract. With 9.5 sacks this season, Jones is on the verge of securing a substantial windfall. However, he expressed his willingness to rest if Coach Reid deems it necessary, citing the need to recover from nicks and bruises.

As the Chiefs head into their final regular-season game against the Chargers, the focus seems to be on player rest and ensuring readiness for the upcoming playoffs. Coach Reid's decision regarding key player participation will undoubtedly impact the team, both on the field and financially. Chiefs fans will eagerly await the outcome of Reid's deliberations as they anticipate a successful postseason campaign.