Patrick Mahomes stays optimistic despite Chiefs’ 1-2 start

Photo by David Eulitt/Getty ImagesNot many people had the Chiefs being 1-2 after three weeks, but here we are.

With the crushing 30-24 loss to the division-rival Los Angeles Chargers, the Chiefs find themselves looking up at everyone in the division for the first time since Week 6 of the 2015 season.

“This is unusual for us,” special teams coordinator Dave Toub stressed following the game. Toub took over the Chiefs’ post-game press duties with head coach Andy Reid en route to the hospital.

“I’m going to be honest — it’s a little bit of a crossroads for us, I think. We got great leadership and our guys are going to battle back. Our guys are going to battle back strong, and we’re going to have a…