Who Was the Chiefs’ Quarterback in 2017 Before Patrick Mahomes?

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith (11) looks for a receiver during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers in Kansas City, Mo., Saturday, Dec. 16, 2017.
(AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Alex Smith was the Chiefs’ quarterback in 2017 before Patrick Mahomes took over.

Mahomes was selected No. 10 overall by the Chiefs in the 2017 NFL Draft but did not play right away. He did not become a full-time starter until 2018.

In 2017, Smith and the Chiefs went 10-6 and won the AFC West but lost in the Wild Card round. Following the season, Smith was traded to Washington.

Mahomes took over in 2018 and has made three Super Bowl appearances since. He’s now the active leader in Super Bowl wins among quarterbacks with two.

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Chiefs Quarterback History

YearChiefs Starting Quarterback
2022Patrick Mahomes
2021Patrick Mahomes
2020Patrick Mahomes
2019Patrick Mahomes
2018Patrick Mahomes
2017Alex Smith
2016Alex Smith
2015Alex Smith
2014Alex Smith
2013Matt Cassel
2012Matt Cassel
2011Matt Cassel
2010Matt Cassel
2009Matt Cassel

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Shane Jackson

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Shane Jackson is a Web Content Writer for BetMGM, covering MLB and NBA. After graduating from the University of Kansas, his previous stops include MLB.com, Lawrence Journal-World, Manhattan Mercury, Bet Chicago Sports, WynnBET, and Sportsbook Review.

Shane Jackson is a Web Content Writer for BetMGM, covering MLB and NBA. After graduating from the University of Kansas, his previous stops include MLB.com, Lawrence Journal-World, Manhattan Mercury, Bet Chicago Sports, WynnBET, and Sportsbook Review.