Both the Kansas City Chiefs and Baltimore Ravens sit at 1-2 heading into Week 4, but Kansas City’s troubles run deeper. Despite their 22-9 win over the Giants, a fresh penalty, mounting injuries, and off-field distractions have added to Andy Reid’s growing concerns.

Adding to the turmoil, the NFL has fined Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt $8,172 for unsportsmanlike conduct during the fourth quarter of Kansas City’s win over the New York Giants.

Hunt made a throat-slash gesture toward fans after scoring, which the league classified as a prohibited “violent act” under its conduct policy. Though non-contact, the gesture violated NFL rules on sportsmanship and celebration. Hunt’s gesture wasn’t the first of its kind to draw a fine.

In 2013, the Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant was fined $7,875 for a throat-slash celebration after scoring against the Rams. Similarly, Panthers running back Mike Goodson was fined $7,500 in 2009 for the same gesture during a game against the Giants, where he was also flagged with a 15-yard taunting penalty.

All of this reflects the NFL’s strict policy on player behavior and celebrations during games. But the Chiefs’ problems don’t end there, they’re also dealing with another major concern off the field.

Andy Reid’s challenges continue to grow

Adding to Kansas City’s troubles, the Chiefs have listed star defensive tackle Chris Jones on the injury report with a “personal” status. He currently has no game designation, which puts his availability against the Ravens in doubt.

Jones’s possible absence would be a major blow to a Chiefs defense that depends on him to anchor the line. His workload shows his value: 163 snaps in three weeks, over 80% of the team’s defensive plays. Without him, younger and backup linemen will be under pressure to step up.

With several starters uncertain, Kansas City’s defensive depth will be pushed to the limit.

Defensive end Mike Danna is listed as doubtful with a quad injury, while Kristian Fulton (ankle) and Ashton Gillotte (elbow) are questionable for Sunday. These injuries are making game-planning tougher for Andy Reid.

Offensively, the Chiefs rank 18th in total yards per game (315.7), and even in their win over the Giants, they managed just 306 yards with only one touchdown pass from Patrick Mahomes.

Their star quarterback hasn’t been at his best this season so far. Mahomes has thrown just 4 touchdowns and 2 interceptions through three games, with a passer rating of 89.3, well below his career average of 105.2. His Week 3 outing against the Giants included only 235 passing yards, highlighting the offense’s ongoing struggle to find rhythm.

Sunday’s matchup against the Ravens will test Kansas City’s depth and discipline. With multiple starters uncertain and off-field distractions persisting, Andy Reid must rally his roster to avoid a 1-3 start, a position that could quickly shift the tone of their season.