Joe Thuney’s departure was always going to feel like a gut punch. The guy didn’t just block; he practically bodyguarded Patrick Mahomes like he was the President.

First, he shielded Tom Brady in New England, then brought his talents to the Kingdom, keeping Mahomes upright while they stacked Super Bowls.

Now? The Chiefs have a gaping hole in their offensive line, and Andy Reid isn’t about to let his franchise quarterback get chased around by the ‘Ghosts of SB LIX’

The Chiefs don’t do “sit and wait.” That’s for teams that don’t have Patrick Mahomes under center.

With Thuney gone, Kansas City is already scanning the free-agent market, and one name has jumped to the top of the list: Shaq Mason.

The veteran guard just got the boot from Houston, and it didn’t take long for rumors to swirl about where he might land next.

A reunion with Mahomes’ old rival-turned-protector? Now that’s a storyline worth following.

On Friday, Jordan Schultz dropped the news: “The #Texans have informed starting G Shaq Mason that he is being released. He started 15 games this past season.” Just like that, a $36 million guard hit the market, and the Chiefs didn’t blink.

Mason, 32, was set to make $10 million in 2025 and another $10.4 million in 2026, but the Texans decided to clear cap space instead.

Their loss? Potentially Mahomes’ gain. I mean, Mason’s resume speaks for itself.

2 Super Bowl rings from his New England days and has started 152 games across three different teams. If there’s one thing the Chiefs love, it’s a guy who knows how to win.

But will they pull the trigger? Or will another contender swoop in before they make their move?