Kansas City, MO - The Kansas City Chiefs will be giving some of their starters a well-deserved break in their upcoming regular season finale against the Los Angeles Chargers. Chiefs head coach Andy Reid made the announcement during his press conference on Wednesday, stating that key players, including star quarterback Patrick Mahomes, will be sitting out of the game.

This strategic decision comes as the Chiefs have already secured the AFC West title with their recent victory over the Cincinnati Bengals. With their playoff spot locked in as the No. 3 seed in the AFC, Reid believes it is more beneficial to rest his starters and avoid the risk of injury in a meaningless game.

Blaine Gabbert, who has appeared in only one game this season for the Chiefs, will be taking over quarterback duties in Mahomes' absence. Gabbert's previous performance this season has been subpar, throwing for only 31 yards with two interceptions. However, Reid expressed confidence in the rest of his team, stating that they will rotate other players in as the game progresses.

Reid emphasized the importance of a good week of preparation, even for the players who will not be taking the field. When questioned about players who are dealing with minor injuries, Reid stated that he wants them to focus on rehab and their recovery before deciding on their availability for the game.

The decision to rest the starters is not new for Reid, who has employed this strategy in the past when his team's playoff spot was secure. The Chiefs, currently with a record of 10-6, will be facing the 5-11 Chargers in their final regular season game.

While specific details regarding other players' status were scarce, there is speculation surrounding the potential playing time of star tight end Travis Kelce. Kelce is on the verge of reaching his eighth consecutive season with 1,000-plus receiving yards, and fans are eager to see if he will take the field to accomplish this milestone. However, Reid remained elusive on the matter, stating that he will evaluate the situation and make decisions accordingly.

With their eyes firmly set on the playoffs, the Chiefs will be using this final regular season game to rest and rejuvenate their starters, preparing them for the challenges that lie ahead. As for the Chargers, they will have an opportunity to end their season on a high note while facing a Chiefs team with modified lineup and rotation.